Don Tharp
Bonham,TX
Summary
Skilled Optical Lab Technician with experience in lens fabrication, frame fitting and adjustment. Strengths include deep knowledge of optical machinery maintenance, precision in lens measurements, and keen understanding of optometric prescriptions. Demonstrated success in maintaining high-quality standards while meeting production targets.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Optical Finish Lab Contractor
Elevate Digital Optics Inc
Dallas, Tx
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Calibrated machines to ensure optimal performance during production runs.
- Verified accuracy of information on order forms prior to processing.
- Cleaned equipment regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Troubleshot technical problems related to machines used in the lens fabrication process.
- Performed lens edging operations using automated machinery.
Optical Lead Lab Tech
Eyemart Express LLC
Sherman, TX
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Verified that all jobs were completed accurately before release from the lab.
- Ordered supplies when necessary to keep the lab stocked with adequate materials.
- Cleaned and maintained optical lab equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Inspected incoming raw materials for quality assurance purposes.
- Trained new employees on proper operation of laboratory tools and machines.
- Calibrated lensometer equipment to ensure precise results when measuring lenses.
- Operated edging machines to cut lenses according to specifications on job tickets.
- Checked finished eyewear products for accuracy against prescriptions.
Sales Associate
Guitar Center
Visalia, CA
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
Optical Lab Technician
LensCrafters
Visalia, CA
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Verified that all jobs were completed accurately before release from the lab.
- Cleaned and maintained optical lab equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Calibrated lensometer equipment to ensure precise results when measuring lenses.
- Operated edging machines to cut lenses according to specifications on job tickets.
- Checked finished eyewear products for accuracy against prescriptions.
Optical Laboratory Manager
Stanton Optical
Visalia, CA
03.2011 - 01.2012
- Monitored daily operations of the optical department to ensure smooth workflow.
- Managed and trained optical staff to ensure quality customer service.
- Inspected eyeglasses upon completion for accuracy before returning them to customers.
- Troubleshot technical issues associated with equipment used in the optical department.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all optical equipment.
Lead Lab Technician
LensCrafters
Irvine, CA
02.2009 - 03.2010
- Adjusted cutting tools to specified curvature, dimensions, and depth of cut.
- Measured mounted and unmounted lenses to verify alignment with precision instruments.
- Produced eyewear for customers using tools and equipment.
- Checked finished eyewear products for accuracy against prescriptions.
Optical Lab Manager
Pearl Vision
Dallas, TX
02.2000 - 11.2005
- Scheduled regular meetings between members of the lab team to review progress on ongoing projects.
- Monitored the storage areas for proper labeling of chemicals and equipment according to safety standards.
- Tested lenses for clarity, distortion, aberrations, and color fidelity.
- Inspected finished lenses for defects and quality control purposes.
- Cleaned equipment regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
Optical Lab Technician
Collard-Rose Optical
Whittier, CA
02.1992 - 11.1998
- Operated 7 Edgers
- Performed regular maintenance on edger machines as needed.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Social Worker
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CASkills
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Equipment Calibration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Leader
Timeline
Optical Finish Lab Contractor
Elevate Digital Optics Inc
04.2024 - 06.2024
Optical Lead Lab Tech
Eyemart Express LLC
07.2022 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
Guitar Center
04.2021 - 07.2022
Optical Lab Technician
LensCrafters
01.2012 - 11.2014
Optical Laboratory Manager
Stanton Optical
03.2011 - 01.2012
Lead Lab Technician
LensCrafters
02.2009 - 03.2010
Optical Lab Manager
Pearl Vision
02.2000 - 11.2005
Optical Lab Technician
Collard-Rose Optical
02.1992 - 11.1998
Some College (No Degree) - Social Worker
College of The Sequoias
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