Claude Fushayi Zharare
Pretoria
Summary
Optical professional with astrong background in customer service and vision testing. Expertise in frame fitting, prescription interpretation, and eyewear adjustment, leading to high customer satisfaction. Proficient in lens care, optical assembly, and quality assurance, with a focus on defect identification. Experienced in inventory management of ophthalmic supplies, enhancing production workflow, and safety compliance.
Diligent Final Quality Inspector with a knack for identifying and resolving defects, ensuring top-notch product standards. Improved inspection processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced error rates. Contributed to team success by fostering collaboration and maintaining high standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Final quality inspector
HOYA
Johannesburg, Gauteng
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of final products to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify defects and implement corrective measures.
- Utilised various tools and techniques to assess product quality and functionality.
- Reviewed production processes to enhance quality assurance protocols and procedures.
Optical Lab Technician
Damar Optical
Johannesburg, Gauteng
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated precision machinery to fabricate custom optical lenses according to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of optical orders and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Conducted quality control inspections to verify accuracy of finished products and adherence to standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal operation.
Optical Lab Technician
Essilor South Africa
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Prepared and fitted optical lenses according to prescription specifications ensuring precision and quality.
- Maintained and calibrated lab equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with optometrists to verify and clarify prescription details enhancing accuracy in production.
- Trained new technicians on lab procedures and equipment operation fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Specsavers LakeSide Mall
07.2019 - 07.2020
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Chaplins Optometrist
04.2014 - 06.2019
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Eagle Vision
01.2010 - 03.2014
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Council of the blind Zimbabwe
01.2004 - 12.2008
Education
A-Levels -
Loreto high school
Silobela, ZimbabweSkills
- Customer Service
- Vision testing
- Optical measurement devices
- Frame fitting
- Eye education
- Lens care
- Optical assembly
- Optical merchandise displays
- Visual hygiene standards
- Optical component cleaning
- Stock controlling
- Ophthalmic instruments
- Lensometer calibration
- Data handling
- Frame selection
- Prescription interpretation
- Eyewear fitting and adjusting
- Ophthalmic equipment maintenance
- Optical supplies inventory management
- Consultative sales
- Customer care
- Hand-eye coordination
- Concentration
- Prism correction
- Glass repairs
- Glasses fitting
- Prescription management
- Eyeglass care instruction
- Vision exam scheduling
- Optical fashion
- Routine maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Final product inspection
- Defect identification
- Quality assurance review
- Precision machinery operation
- Optical lens fabrication
- Production workflow optimisation
- Team collaboration
Websites
LANGUAGES
English B2
Upper intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Final quality inspector
HOYA
11.2024 - Current
Optical Lab Technician
Damar Optical
03.2022 - 05.2024
Optical Lab Technician
Essilor South Africa
12.2020 - 02.2022
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Specsavers LakeSide Mall
07.2019 - 07.2020
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Chaplins Optometrist
04.2014 - 06.2019
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Eagle Vision
01.2010 - 03.2014
Optical Technician/Dispenser
Council of the blind Zimbabwe
01.2004 - 12.2008
A-Levels -
Loreto high school