Company

Quality Lab Works Ltd
77-78 eTeck Park, Frederick Settlement
868 235 5262

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Lens Surfacing Technicians
Caroni
Other Services

Application deadline

2026/03/31

Professional Qualifications Required

• Technical diploma required in a hands-on technical field (e.g., mechanical, electrical, electronics, plumbing, automotive, refrigeration, machining, or similar technical trades) • Computer literate • Ability to distinguish colors accurately • Strong attention to detail Comfortable standing or walking for extended periods

Technical / Vocational Skills Required

• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity • Ability to work well within a team • Reliable, organized, and motivated • Optical experience is an asset but not required

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Lens Surfacing Technician to join our production team. This role is responsible for preparing, generating, polishing, and inspecting lenses to ensure they meet quality and prescription standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of optical manufacturing processes or a willingness to learn through hands-on training. They should be detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Details / Responsibilities

  • Learn optical manufacturing
  • Prepare lenses for optical production
  • Calibrate and monitor surfacing generators to ensure lenses are cut to precise specifications.
  • Operate surfacing equipment, including generators, blockers, polishers, and edgers.
  • Manage lens polishers, engravers
  • Identify lens materials, base curves, sizes
  • Understand progressive designs, markings, SV, flat tops
  • Maintain machinery by cleaning and prepping all equipment for the next production day.
  • Learn and understand lens knowledge power, Sph, Cyl, Axis, Seg. Heights, PD's, etc.
  • Wash, clean, and inspect lenses to ensure quality and readiness for further processing or assembly.
  • Block and align lenses accurately before generation.
  • Generate lenses to specified curves and powers using computerized equipment.
  • Polish and deblock lenses while maintaining optical precision and surface quality.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area according to safety and hygiene standards.
  • Record and report any equipment issues or lens defects.
  • Collaborate with other lab departments (eg first inspection) to ensure workflow efficiency.
  • Perform routine maintenance of surfacing equipment.
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