Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians   51-9083

Manufacturing

Description

Cut, grind, and polish eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other precision optical elements. Assemble and mount lenses into frames or process other optical elements. Includes precision lens polishers or grinders, centerer-edgers, and lens mounters.

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Occupation Details

 

Location

United States

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Growth Opportunity

11.30% growth rate
4,000 annual job openings

Wage Range

$18/hour 15.20 17.70 50th percentile 21.72

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Moderate-term on-the-job training
(1 to 12 months)

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