Zest Business Group

Optical Glazing Manager

Optical Glazing Manager - Optical Lab Job in Lancaster, Lancashire
Full Time | £40,000 - £45,000 | Leading Optical Manufacturer


Zest Optical are working in partnership with a UK-leading lens manufacturer to recruit a Glazing and Manager for their state-of-the-art optical lab based in Lancaster, Lancashire area.


This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Optical Lab Manager or Glazing Supervisor to lead a team in delivering high-volume, high-quality lens glazing and production services to Opticians across the UK.


Role Overview - Optical Glazing & Lab Manager



  • Manage the glazing department within a busy, high-tech optical lab

  • Ensure efficient and accurate production of high-quality ophthalmic lenses

  • Lead a small team of lab technicians and drive continuous improvement initiatives

  • Implement innovative production strategies, ensuring quality and precision

  • Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

  • Competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000 DOE

  • Join an employee owned company which empowers and rewards its employees at every opportunity


Candidate Requirements



  • Strong knowledge of lens manufacturing, optical glazing, and optical lab operations

  • Previous management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume optical lab environment

  • SMC (Tech) qualification is desirable

  • Quality-focused with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage, motivate and develop a small team

  • Excellent decision-making and task prioritisation skills


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Are you ready to lead in one of the UK's top optical labs? If you're an experienced Glazing Manager, Optical Production Supervisor, or Lab Team Leader, we want to hear from you.



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