Optical Worker/ Mechanic

Company description:

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica's 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more.

Job description:

Our Essilor team in Edwardstown is looking for an Optical Mechanic/Worker with experience in Optical Edging, Fitting, QC and Optical Tinting. With a total focus on providing our customers with the best possible experience we are looking for a confident and dedicated person who is committed to producing quality products - first time, every time!

We are looking for a reliable, detail-focused team member to join our Optical Production team based in Edwardstown, Adelaide. If you enjoy working with your hands, following structured processes, and take pride in producing high-quality work, this role could be a great fit. Experience in optics is not required, but it will be highly regarded.

Why us?

• Generous yearly $1,500 product allowance and Family & Friends discounts of up to 50% off to splurge across all our brands - OPSM, Sunglass Hut, Oakley, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank
• Up to 50% off Oakley eyewear and apparel throughout the year.
• Local and global volunteering opportunities through our charity partner OneSight, including OneSight volunteer leave and the ability to become a global ambassador.

Your Responsibilities

• Marking up and blocking optical lenses
• Edging of optical lenses
• Fitting variety of lens types such as rimless, nylon, shell and metal frames
• Tinting
• Checking work quality and identifying defects or inconsistencies early
• Pre Quality Control and tracing a variety of frame types

About You

• Fine motor skills and ability to handle individual lenses carefully throughout the coating process
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and pride in doing things properly
• Comfort with repetitive tasks and structured processes
• Ability to follow instructions and SOPs consistently
• Willingness to learn new technical skills and take feedback onboard
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic
• Computer literacy and ability to record information accurately
• A team-first mindset and willingness to support others

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.