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LEAD Lab Tech - Optical Manufacturing (F/T 3-day schedule)

CompanyNational Vision
LocationPlano
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 14, 2026
About The Company
National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores in 38 states and Puerto Rico. We help people see their best to live their best through our optical products and services. For more than 30 years, we have been improving lives by providing eye care and eyewear for value-seeking and lower-income consumers. Retail brands include America’s Best, Eyeglass World, and Vista Optical inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases, and an e-commerce website DiscountContacts.com, offering a variety of products and services for customers’ eye care needs.
About the Role

Company Description

National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,100 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

Our optical manufactural facility in Plano, TX is growing and expanding!  We're excited to offer new positions and the addition of another shift creates more opportunities at our lab for career growth. 

Position:  We're seeking an experienced Lead lab technician to join our team.  Prior relevant experience is necessary.

Schedules:  Our evening shifts work 3 days/week with 4 days off.  Perfect for those wanting to restructure non-work hours or minimize commutes.

2A Shift Hours:  Sundays-Tuesdays, 3:30pm - 4:00am

2B Shift Hours:  Wednesdays-Fridays, 3:30pm - 4:00am

Pay & extras:  Base pay PLUS 10% shift differential pay & extra bi-weekly bonus opportunities.  We also have a generous PTO plan and many other benefits.

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Experienced associate responsible for processing orders through production.  Our team lead associates are expected to proficiently perform all tasks within a department. 

The Lead assists a Supervisor with workflow, efficient utilization of personnel and department operations.  They assist with training and development of associates. 

Duties include machine operation, resolving errors, locating hot jobs, breakage and monitoring processes to meet production goals. 

Qualifications

  • No specific education required
  • Requires minimum of one (1) year of direct or related experience
  • Prior optical background with mass production experience desired
  • Must be able to read and write English

Additional Information

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package.  Some of the benefits include:

  • Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) policy
  • BONUS opportunities - including biweekly lab production bonus
  • 401k with company match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Flex Spending Account
  • Vision benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Referral bonus program
  • Wellness Plan incentives
  • Other insurance options, employee assistance and much more

About National Vision Holdings, Inc.

National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,100 stores in 38 states and Puerto Rico. With a mission of helping people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible, the company operates four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases, and e-commerce websites, offering a variety of products and services for customers’ eye care needs. For more information, please visit www.nationalvision.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Key Skills
Machine OperationWorkflow ManagementPersonnel UtilizationTraining And DevelopmentProduction MonitoringError ResolutionOptical ManufacturingMass Production
Categories
ManufacturingRetailManagement & LeadershipHealthcare
Benefits
Paid-Time-Off (PTO)Biweekly Lab Production Bonus401k With Company MatchHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceFlex Spending AccountVision BenefitsLife InsuranceShort And Long Term Disability InsuranceReferral Bonus ProgramWellness Plan Incentives
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Lead Lab Technician is responsible for processing orders through production and assisting supervisors with workflow and personnel utilization. They also handle machine operation, resolve errors, and train associates to meet production goals.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
8955
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
35 hours
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