Optical Lab Production Manager

Production Manager - Finish Department

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Finish Department. Plan and coordinate work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing eyewear in accordance with cost, quality and quantity specifications. Ensure compliance with all governmental, safety and company rules and regulations. Lead change and drive continuous improvement at the Optical Lab.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

OPERATIONS

• Ensure maximum efficiency is attained in the Finish Department by implementing, optimizing and successfully managing production and quality standards at the lowest cost
• Ensure that quality, cost, efficiency and capacity goals are met or exceeded
• Evaluate quality of product to verify compliance with ANSI standards
• Monitor production schedules and adjust accordingly
• Prepare and maintain production reports
• Troubleshoot production issues and formulate preventive or corrective action. Engage teammates as appropriate
• Recommend optimum production solutions and equipment requirements
• Maintain involvement to reduce breakage, improve quality, increase jobs per hour and enhance material flow
• Ensure budgeted financial goals and objectives are communicated and achieved
• Maintain proper staffing levels to ensure positive productivity and turnaround expectations
• Achieve measurable Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s) improvements

TRAINING AND IMPROVEMENT

• Ensure teammates receive applicable Optical Lab training to perform all aspects of their job including safe and efficient equipment operations in addition to work and safety procedures as outlined in their respective job description
• Engage in ongoing research to remain up to date on new technologies in production and for possible implementation
• Partner with production leads for input on teammate’s performance reviews and development plans
• Provide production leads and teammates with ongoing performance feedback
• Implement measures to motivate teammates and to improve morale, production methods, efficiency, equipment performance, productivity and product quality
• Foster an inclusive culture for all teammates at the Optical Lab

MAINTAIN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure teammates follow all Optical Lab and company policies and adhere to safety related guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Ensure machinery is operating safely and effectively
• Ensure teammates perform stretching before reporting to workstation

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years leadership experience. Optical manufacturing environment or production environment preferred
• Lab management system experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years management experience
• Demonstrated hands on leadership capability
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Sound decision-making ability
• Professional written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to problem solve in a professional and timely manner
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Detail oriented
• Self-motivated
• Able to multi-task and prioritize
• Time management skills
• Able to trouble shoot in a production environment
• Able to provide accurate feedback to production leads and teammates
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
• Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to operate various Optical Lab equipment and office equipment
• Demonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basis
• Able to lift an average of 25-35 pounds on a repetitive basis and up to 75 pounds
• Able to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
• Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
• Able to grip and hold items
• Good eye and hand coordination
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
• Able to travel independently to support company objectives and personal development

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Optical Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Leadership: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location