Optical Lab Technician roles and Contact Lens Technician jobs based in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.

Zest Optical are working with a leading optical manufacturer based in Leighton Buzzard to hire a full time Contact Lens Technician.

A specialist contact lens manufacturer based in Leighton Buzzard are looking for a full time Contact Lens Technician due to production expansion.

Contact Lens Technician- The Role

• To manufacture contact lenses in an efficient manner, reducing scrappage and ensuring all lenses are of a high standard.


• To follow all training and Work Instructions in full


• To keep a clean, safe, and tidy workspace and report any issues or concerns to line manager.


• To clean down all areas of dry and empty the hoovers as required.


• To receive and prepare product for quality control checks from Manufacturing department.


• To inspect product ensuring product is in good condition and measures within set out company tolerances.


• To reject non-conforming product.


• To prepare product for final packaging.


• To carry out the product sterilization process.


• To complete final checks of the product before despatch.


• To complete any other necessary requirements to ensure smooth running of Quality Control department.


• To apply by all Health & Safety Policies set out by the company


• To support the business across the Goods in to Goods out process (subject to training)

Contact Lens Technician - Requirements

• High level in attention to details


• Previous experience in a Optical manufacturing environment


• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Office Suite.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.


• Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional support

Salary and Further Details

• Salary £25,000 to £26,000 DOE


• Monday to Friday - 11am to 7.30pm


• Working 40 hours a week


• Extensive Training Programme


• 2 x 15 mins tea breaks - paid


• 1 x 30 min lunch - unpaid


• Pension salary sacrifice, 3% / 5% ratio


• Eye care vouchers for annual eye tests


• Free “company made” contact lenses


• Company Wellbeing program

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.