Licensed Optician - Target Optical - Bethel, CT

Requisition ID: 939792 Store # : 004038 Target Optical Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. We help people see more clearly and confidently for less by offering a great selection of trusted brands. Through the relationships we build, we’re proud and excited to help people look their best by carrying fashionable frames at a great value. Together, we’re on a mission to change the way people think about vision care. We keep things real, keep focused on people and keep to our mission to bring a WOW! experience to your life, our guests’ lives and communities. See your future with Target Optical. Target Optical is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn! JOB DESCRIPTION JOB DESCRIPTION The Licensed Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community. Creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering legendary customer service & perfectly crafted high quality eyewear which exceeds our customers’ expectations. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Welcome all customers, set expectations with customers • Custom fit glasses & precisely place prescription in lenses • Acts as a leader in optical acumen • Take & record measurements, accurately adjust/fit eyewear with attention to detail, ensure finished eyewear meets standards & customer needs • Assists team with complex product needs & prescriptions • Accurate & thorough use of technology despite time pressure & customer volume, exceptional product knowledge, use of appropriate tools • Proactive, explores root cause of issues, forward thinking, ensures customers are satisfied & expectations are exceeded, solution driven • Ability to multi-task, prioritize & manage time with competing priorities • Strive to achieve exceptional results on Brand KPIs & competencies • Take pride in store appearance, help to keep store clean, attractive & organized • Inform management of safety opportunities; demonstrates safe work practices • Resourceful, self-motivated with a desire for continual learning, improvement & results • Adhere to company policies & procedure, including discounts, promotions & inventory management BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • High School graduate or equivalent • State Licensure • Optical dispensing experience • Strong customer service skills: communicator, listener & team builder • Knowledge of current store merchandise • Strong basic math skills • Awareness of current fashion trends • Selling skills – ability to use & carry an iPAD/tablet • Familiarity with POS, computers & calculators • Embrace new technology & change PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Previous customer service & retail experience This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.