Costco Lake Macquarie
Previous Optical experience required
Rotating roster which include weekend work
Costco Wholesale is the 8th largest global retailer with warehouse club operations already operating in more than 560 locations in 8 countries. We are the recognised leader in our field, dedicated to quality in every area of our business and respected for our outstanding business ethics.

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

Assist members with choosing eyeglass frames and lens options appropriate to prescription. Fits and adjusts lenses to eyeglass frames. Dispenses eyeglasses and contacts. Measures member's eyes for pupillary distance & heights to determine placement for various lens types. Answers questions and addresses problems regarding prescriptions, merchandise, and services. Refers to Optometrist when appropriate. Processes sales. Organises and fills member prescriptions.
Places special orders to outside suppliers. Stocks department equipment, merchandise, and supplies. Follows department procedures and standards for production, record keeping, merchandise, and merchandise storage.
Cleans department. Counts register at sign on. Ensures register cleanliness. Orders change, cash increases, and loans when needed. Makes witnessed drops/deposits of excess funds to the vault; orders cash increases and counts own register at shift end to maintain accurate register funds.
Receives accurate payment for merchandise; makes changes; processes credit and debit charges according to proper departmental procedures for paperwork and the performance of duties. Exercises discretion and confidentiality with all patient information.
Follows proper Optical Center, general safety and security procedures, and standards. Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.
Provides prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees, and suppliers.
The successful applicant will:

A Cert IV qualification in Optical Dispensing (preferably completed) is highly desirable
be an excellent team player
have strong communication skills
enjoy high attention to detail
previous Optical experience preferred or currently completing/completed Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing.
Parking provided
working hours will include a Saturday or Sunday
penalty rates applies on weekends and public holidays
Must be available for both opening and closing shifts as needed
Willingness to be flexible with hours/days occasionally where necessary.