Job Description:

• 1) Fits and secures multifocal lens parts together preparatory to fusing, utilizing adhesive compound or asbestos tape: Dips multifocal button in cleaning solution and wipes dry.

• 2) Brushes button and countersink blank to remove dust and lint.

• 3) Positions button on polished surface of countersink blank.

• 4) Performs test to detect presence of foreign matter between button and countersink blank, using instrument that indicates foreign matter when pressure is applied to outside edge of button.

• 5) Recleans surfaces and performs test until instrument indicates lens parts are free of foreign matter.

• 6) Places spring clamp on blank to hold button in position.

• 7) Inserts metal peg between button and blank to allow air to escape during fusing, using tweezers.

• 8) Applies cement to surface contact points around edge of button, using needle applicator, or wraps asbestos tape around button and countersink blank assembly to hold button in place.

• 9) Removes spring clip and metal peg after cement is set.

• 10) Places assembled unit in tray for transfer to fusing room.