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Ray Turner

Lower Hutt

Summary

Optical Technician with over 20 years experience, delivering a high standard of workmanship and excellent attention to detail. Exceptional work ethic and organisational skills. Ability to work well as part of a team or independently.

Currently seeking a new challenge - studying Diploma in Xero and Diploma in Microsoft Excel to enhance career. Willing to enrol in further study to increase the prospect of employment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Optical Technician

Black Gates Optometrists
04.2016 - Current

- Manage lab where all customer spectacle orders are processed

- Checking and editing all orders dispensed by staff, then processing orders

- Following up with suppliers to ensure orders are being processed correctly

- QC lenses when they arrive from supplier, to check Rx is correct and lenses are free of flaws

- Edge and fit lenses into frames, then QC again to ensure job is fitted correctly and accurately

- Advise customers of any delays to their orders

- Help out with customer service and dispensing when required

- Carry out repairs and adjustments for customers when necessary

- Offer technical advice and help to staff when required

- Processing credits with suppliers, and following up

- Maintenance of machines and tools in lab

- Use of Sunix Optical software

- Use of online ordering systems from suppliers

Managing Director/Technician

Turner Optics Pty Ltd
07.2006 - 10.2015

- Operated optical fitting laboratory as Optical Technician

- Specialised in fitting high-end products and technically challenging products

- Offered fast and efficient service for customers with urgent or timed jobs

- Supported customers by giving technical advice where needed

- Responsible for ordering lenses for customers when needed

- Use of online ordering systems from suppliers

- Maintained excellent relationships with customers and suppliers

- Handled all customer enquiries and issues

- Carried out maintenance and servicing on edging machines, as well as replacing parts

- Ordered parts and equipment when required

- Managed all accounts payable and accounts receivable

- Use of MYOB Accounting software

Education

Certificate - Accounting

The Career Academy
Online
01.2025

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Organisational Skills
  • Self Motivation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

Optical Technician

Black Gates Optometrists
04.2016 - Current

Managing Director/Technician

Turner Optics Pty Ltd
07.2006 - 10.2015

Certificate - Accounting

The Career Academy
Ray Turner