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Mikhail Sherman

Waxhaw,NC

Summary

Accomplished optical lab technician, with over 25 years of experience working in fast-paced environment, with ability to prioritize and work quickly and efficiently, great communicator and problem solver with high attention to details.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Optical Lab Manager

LensesRx Optical
01.2017 - 02.2024

• Identify and work with basic optical laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and materials

• Consistently adhere to hourly deadlines for finishing jobs

• Correctly read and interpret prescription specifications and input into computer properly to ensure lenses are cut properly

• Maintain the lab area and equipment in a safe and organized manner

• Perform daily, weekly and monthly lab equipment maintenance as scheduled and in accordance with lab/equipment manual specifications

• Understanding of and ability to add and/or subtract positive and negative integers

• Perform multiple concurrent tasks at several different equipment stations in order to maintain acceptable job flow

• Read, comprehend and follow technical manuals and protocols

• Fill out all assigned reporting forms in a timely manner

• Read and interpret prescription specifications

  • Managed inventory control for chemicals and supplies, ensuring timely restocking and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly, maintaining open communication channels with clients throughout project lifecycles.
  • Enhanced laboratory safety protocols, resulting in reduced workplace accidents and injuries.

Optical Lab Technician

Reliable Optics
02.2008 - 11.2016
  • Primary responsibility was to complete the job the same day
  • Edging
  • 3 piece mounding
  • Rap-around frames
  • Tinting
  • Improved lens production quality by implementing advanced inspection techniques and maintaining clean work environments.
  • Reduced errors and rework by conducting thorough quality checks at multiple stages of the lens production process.
  • Minimized equipment downtime with proactive maintenance checks, troubleshooting issues as they arose to maintain efficient operations.

Optical Lab Technician

National Lens Espress
09.2007 - 02.2008
  • Primary responsibility was to complete the job the same day
  • Edging
  • 3 piece mounding
  • Rap-around frames
  • Tinting

Optical Lab Owner/Technician

Express Optical
05.1995 - 01.2007
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Communication with customers
  • Shipping details
  • Ordering lenses
  • Quality Control
  • Opening new accounts
  • Job to done the same day
  • Edging
  • 3 piece mounding
  • Rap-around frames
  • Tinting

Education

Optical

Interboro Institute
New York, NY
06.1995

Optical

Bromson ORT College
Queens, NY
06.1993

Skills

  • Laboratory Management
  • Lab Safety Protocols
  • Experimental design
  • Waste disposal
  • Chemical Handling
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Quality controls
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Laboratory work competency
  • Schedule Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Hiring and Training
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer Service
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Decision-Making
  • Bilingual : Russian/ English

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Optical Lab Manager

LensesRx Optical
01.2017 - 02.2024

Optical Lab Technician

Reliable Optics
02.2008 - 11.2016

Optical Lab Technician

National Lens Espress
09.2007 - 02.2008

Optical Lab Owner/Technician

Express Optical
05.1995 - 01.2007

Optical

Interboro Institute

Optical

Bromson ORT College
Mikhail Sherman