optician

data entry clerk

production associate

clerk

technician

PDS CONSULTANTS, INC.

Typical work day would include being  professionally harassed by management and employees who are managements friends.  I have learned that the Management there are all unprofessionals. People are placed into the “better” positions based  on how much they are liked instead of how well they are qualified. You’re allowed to cross train in other areas if your liked. All managers hate one another and talk bad about each other but, will work together if they all have a common enemy.  There is no consistent communication amongst neither of them. It’s normal to be told two different things about if we are staying late or not by one manager, but another will tell us that we are staying or that they don’t know nightly. The level of confusion is confusing and it goes far beyond this example. The culture here was very easy going  for several years until recent changes were made. We are now being written up and spoken too for little things. Now some of us are under constant harassment and treated with a nasty attitude and nit picked with by the new manager. If you try to speak to HR, you leave out feeling worse than you went in. The most enjoyable part of the job is when it’s time to go home.  

They offer decent medical, dental and vision insurance. The PTO is borrowed (which many call punishment time off). Mainly, the reason is if you call-in and have PTO (doctor's note or not) they use your PTO. Doctors notes are the only thing that keep you from getting pointed. The atmosphere is very much like high school (negative, complaining, clicks and drama). The managers will brush you off, as  if you're not really being heard when you need to be.  But, it's a simple job with mediocre pay. They focus a lot of production numbers, which would be easier if both shift did the same for the last. There is no third shift options which is unfortunate. They don't have the best schedules and only work with certain people about it. They say you will rarely work a Saturday (as in maybe one every few months). That is a lie though. They mentally stress you when production is high, with Saturdays lingering over your head until Friday you won't know. That causes major anxiety. The break are two 15's (paid) and one 30 (unpaid) so that's incredibly appreciated. 

The culture at work is laid back and easy going. We are expected to meet our target daily, but we are not just a number. Management ensures that employees are recognize on a monthly basis and each month there are activities and that eases potential monotony that can sometimes creep in.
As long as you show interest, you will be crossed trained in different areas. There is always something new to learn. As with all companies, everything is not perfect but management tries. Sometimes we do not agree with what is being done but they work everyday to make things better for us. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
They are a good company to work for . We stay busy .  The benefits are average  in today’s market. 
Not high pressure sales but there are incentives on sales.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
It’s not stressful.  You are able to leave work at work until the next day . 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Very independent work culture. Small office environments 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Come to work take care of our vets and go home . Meeting people is the best part of our job

Terrible management they do not listen to you treat you like your not a person. Difficult to take time off. Only one week vacation instead of 2. Lab cannot do many things where in retail they can. Veterans are nice when they want to be. It’s hard to use the restroom because they want everything immediately. They are self entitled. Lunch sometimes is like that they become upset because they want you to take care of them and not eat. They’ve been there all morning so they take they’re anger out on you. 

I had little training about the computer systems and all the job responsibilities.  I did not have enough time to give the care the patient’s  deserve. I believe this position needs two Optician’s to ensure adequate time is given for each patient.  I was brushed off when expressing my concerns to management about some serious personal problems  I was having.  No support from management.  

Horrible company! If you don't have PTO,you can't take a day off? Even without pay. Micro management to its fullest! Have sales goals in a medical clinic! It's free glasses for our veterans but they have more products for sale than the free stuff for veterans!!! Very rude management! Been in this business almost 40 years and never heard of these losers!! 

I truly feel like a valued member of the company. I have a great work/home-life balance which is needed when you have children at home. They are flexible with appointments if you need them, you can make up your time if there is enough work. 

Working for PDS gave me the ability to work with our Veterans in providing eyewear. I worked for almost 10 years at the VA & it was the most rewarding job I had had as a 30+ year Optician. My pay & benefits were very appropriate & would not hesitate recommending a job with PDS. 

This is a company that truly values you. They have your back and are supportive and inclusive. 
It is a lot of repetitive tasks &  all computer data entry. You are not selling at all. 
It is a hospital environment. 


Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Optician 204 salaries reported	$26.96 per hour
Data entry clerk 5 salaries reported	$17.00 per hour
Production associate 7 salaries reported	$17.00 per hour
Clerk 1 salary reported	$16.00 per hour
Technician 5 salaries reported	$16.60 per hour

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