Tashia Barlow
Columbus,GA
Summary
Precision-driven Optical Laboratory Manager known for productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in lens fabrication processes, quality control protocols, and inventory management. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring seamless operations and team cohesion.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Optical lab manager
National Vision
Columbus, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of optical laboratory and ensured smooth workflow.
- Supervised staff to maintain quality standards in lens production processes.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize efficiency.
- Implemented inventory controls to manage raw materials and supplies effectively.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve production issues promptly.
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures within the laboratory setting on a regular basis in order to determine if any modifications are necessary.
- Created detailed reports regarding productivity, costs, operational issues, employee performance reviews. as needed.
- Managed the daily operations of a busy optical laboratory, including ordering and tracking inventory, scheduling staff and ensuring quality control.
- Collaborated with other departments such as marketing, sales, research and development when necessary for successful completion of projects and tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment to guarantee optimal functioning at all times.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement of materials and equipment.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Monitored production output on a regular basis in order to ensure efficiency levels were met or exceeded.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Optical Lab Technician
Alabama optical lab
Columbus, MI
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated lens surfacing machines to craft precision eyewear.
- Assembled and finished eyeglasses according to customer specifications.
- Conducted quality control inspections on completed eyewear products.
- Assisted in inventory management of lenses and frame materials.
- Collaborated with opticians to fulfill patient prescriptions accurately.
- Documented production processes for compliance with industry standards.
- Operated edging machines to cut lenses according to specifications on job tickets.
- Cleaned and maintained optical lab equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Verified that all jobs were completed accurately before release from the lab.
- Checked finished eyewear products for accuracy against prescriptions.
- Troubleshot any issues encountered during production process in a timely manner.
- Repaired frames and lenses as needed to meet customer expectations.
- Calibrated lensometer equipment to ensure precise results when measuring lenses.
- Set up job tickets for each order received by entering information into computer system.
- Assisted in the design and fabrication of lenses according to customer specifications.
- Adjusted eyeglasses as needed to fit customers' faces comfortably.
- Ordered supplies when necessary to keep the lab stocked with adequate materials.
- Adjusted cutting tools to specified curvature, dimensions, and depth of cut.
- Repaired broken parts, utilizing precision hand tools and soldering irons.
Education
Optician Exam Prep - Optical
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ04-2027
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 06.2024 - 01.2026
Skills
- Data analysis
- Research methodologies
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Conflict resolution
- Optical equipment expertise
- Optical lens knowledge
- Appointment scheduling
- Optical equipment operation
- Prescription data entry
- Prescription specifications
- Lens fitting
- Frame adjustments
- Optical dispensing
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Optical lab manager
National Vision
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
06.2024 - 01.2026
Optical Lab Technician
Alabama optical lab
02.2023 - 08.2024
Optician Exam Prep - Optical
Penn Foster College