How do they match: Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians

  • Contact Lens Blocker and Cutter
  • Lens Grinder and Polisher
  • Precision Lens Centerer and Edger

  • Assemble eyeglass frames and attach shields, nose pads, and temple pieces, using pliers, screwdrivers, and drills.
  • Clean finished lenses and eyeglasses, using cloths and solvents.
  • Examine prescriptions, work orders, or broken or used eyeglasses to determine specifications for lenses, contact lenses, or other optical elements.
  • Inspect, weigh, and measure mounted or unmounted lenses after completion to verify alignment and conformance to specifications, using precision instruments.
  • Lay out lenses and trace lens outlines on glass, using templates.
  • Mount, secure, and align finished lenses in frames or optical assemblies, using precision hand tools.
  • Repair broken parts, using precision hand tools and soldering irons.

  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.