1st Shift Entry Level Optical Manufacturing.
- Pay
- $16 – $18 per hour
- Location
- St. Cloud, MN · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 19 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Following established procedures
- Organization in fast-paced environment
- Dependability
- Clear communication
Also useful
- Manufacturing experience
- Warehouse experience
- Assembly experience
- Optical experience
About the role
What You'll Do Support eyewear production in an optical manufacturing lab. Learn assigned tasks such as preparing lenses, supporting lens processing and coating, assembling eyewear, or inspecting finished products. Follow work instructions and quality standards to process orders accurately. Inspect lenses and frames and report quality concerns. Follow safety procedures and keep your work area clean and organized. Work with your team to meet production goals while maintaining quality.
Qualifications & Requirements
- What You'll Bring A willingness to learn new skills and follow established procedures.
- Paid while you are trained Attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, quality work.
- The ability to stay organized in a fast-paced production environment.
- Dependability and the ability to work your scheduled shift.
- A collaborative approach and clear communication with teammates.
- Previous manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, or optical experience is welcome, but not required.
Additional Information
Very Clean climate controlled facility. What are the benefits? National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more.
About the Company
Start a Career That Helps People See Their Best! Looking for hands-on work where attention to detail makes a difference? Join National Vision, Inc. as an entry-level Optical Manufacturing Associate and help produce quality eyewear. No previous optical manufacturing experience is required-bring a willingness to learn, a focus on quality, and a team-first attitude.
We have new open positions to join our growing team at our optical manufacturing lab in St. Cloud Minnesota. The most technologically advanced Optical lab in the St. Cloud area. Come work smarter not harder! We continue to grow and have never closed a facility or layed off workers in the MN area. This is not just another job, it is a career!
Equal opportunity and legal notices
PTO starts after 90 days, 2-weeks PTO and 1-week Sick Time in first full year Company Holidays off with pay.
Overtime Opportunity Opportunity for Bonus each pay period Full Benefit Package Very casual work environment Opportunity for advancement Headphones allowed at most operations $500 referral Bonus program No Licenses or Certificates needed Break room comes with full size refrigerators, microwaves, and meals drinks and snacks available for purchase We are an equal opportunity employer.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
From National Vision's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 21, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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What is the salary for the 1st Shift Entry Level Optical Manufacturing. role at National Vision?
The 1st Shift Entry Level Optical Manufacturing. posting at National Vision states compensation of $16 – $18 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on National Vision's official career site.
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This 1st Shift Entry Level Optical Manufacturing. position at National Vision is located in St. Cloud, MN (On-site). Always check National Vision's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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