Specsavers
Lab Technician (Saturdays Only) - Winchester
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Lab Technician – Optics (Winchester Store)
So, if you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service, you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Lab Technician role could be perfect for you.
About the Role
As a Lab Technician, you will:
- Use the latest computer-controlled equipment with an eye for detail and accuracy
- Maintain high standards to maximise customer satisfaction
- Prepare customer’s spectacle orders to the highest standard
- Work as part of a team focused on delivering high-quality optical solutions
About the Business
Specsavers Opticians and Audiologists – Winchester is a welcoming eye care and hearing centre located in the heart of Winchester. The store offers:
- Comprehensive optical and audiology services, including:
- Eye examinations
- Contact lens fittings
- OCT scans
- Children's eye care
- Hearing tests
- Hearing aid support
- A wide selection of eyewear and hearing solutions
- Expert advice and tailored care for the local community
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Our team consists of dedicated opticians and audiologists committed to delivering high-quality personal care.
What’s on Offer?
Competitive Reward Package
- Pay Rate: £8.20 – £12.91 per hour (dependent on experience)
- Working Hours (Saturdays): 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Benefits
- Auto-enrolment into the pension scheme with an employer contribution
- Specsavers Perks – a portal offering discounts and savings on everyday essentials
- WeCare – free employee and family support service
- Free subscription to the Headspace app for mental well-being
- Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
- Paid birthday day off to celebrate you!
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a motivated individual with:
- Exceptional communication skills
- A strong eye for detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
- A passionate, people-centred approach
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Reliability and a hardworking attitude
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Key Responsibilities
- Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions
- Operating blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses accurately
- Assembling lenses into frames with precision
- Tinting lenses for UV protection and custom colours
- Ensuring attention to detail throughout the process
- Ordering frames and lenses as needed
- Quality checking completed glasses before dispatch
- Maintaining good housekeeping and machine performance
Requirements
To apply, you must have:
✔ Previous experience working in an optical lab ✔ Proven ability as a great communicator ✔ A sharp eye for detail ✔ Flexibility and adaptability ✔ A passionate, people-focused mindset ✔ Strong organisation and practical skills
Got all these? We can’t wait for you to apply!
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