Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians
Cut, grind, or polish eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other eyewear.
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians cut, grind, or polish optical products, such as eyeglasses or contact lenses. They also put lenses into frames.
Wages
$18.88 per hour on average
Outlook
The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training
High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job
Work Activities
Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
Construct customized assistive medical or dental devices.
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
Remove workpieces from molds.
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
Career Pathways
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