Production Manager- Coating

POSITION SUMMARY:Manage the day-to-day operations of the Coating Department. Plan and coordinate workactivities and resources necessary for manufacturing eyewear in accordance with cost,quality and quantity specifications. Ensure compliance with all governmental, safety andcompany rules and regulations. Lead change and drive continuous improvement at theOptical Lab.OPERATIONS* Ensure maximum efficiency is attained in the Coating Department byimplementing, optimizing and successfully managing production and qualitystandards at the lowest costEnsure that quality, cost, efficiency and capacity goals are met or exceededEvaluate quality of product to verify compliance with ANSI standardsMonitor production schedules and adjust accordinglyPrepare and maintain production reportsTroubleshoot 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 hourand enhance material flow* Ensure budgeted financial goals and objectives are communicated and achieved* Maintain proper staffing levels to ensure positive productivity and turnaroundexpectations* Achieve measurable Key Performance Indicator (KPI's) improvementsTRAINING AND IMPROVEMENT* Ensure teammates receive applicable Optical Lab training to perform all aspectsof their job including safe and efficient equipment operations in addition to workand safety procedures as outlined in their respective job description* Engage in ongoing research to remain up to date on new technologies inproduction and for possible implementation* Partner with production leads for input on teammate's performance reviews anddevelopment plans* Provide production leads and teammates with ongoing performance feedback* Implement measures to motivate teammates and to improve morale, productionmethods, efficiency, equipment performance, productivity and product quality* Foster an inclusive culture for all teammates at the Optical LabMAINTAIN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT* Ensure teammates follow all Optical Lab and company policies and adhere tosafety related guidelines and OSHA regulations* Ensure machinery is operating safely and effectively* Ensure teammates perform stretching before reporting to workstationMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:* High School Graduate or equivalent* Minimum 5 years leadership experience. Optical manufacturing environment orproduction environment preferredLab management system experience preferredMinimum 3 years management experienceDemonstrated hands on leadership capabilityExceptional organizational skillsSound decision-making abilityProfessional written and oral communication skillsInterpersonal skillsAble to problem solve in a professional and timely mannerCritical thinking and analytical skillsDetail orientedSelf-motivatedAble to multi-task and prioritizeTime management skillsAble to trouble shoot in a production environmentAble to provide accurate feedback to production leads and teammatesProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:* Able to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through writtenand two-way verbal communicationAble to read and write at a high school graduate levelAble to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAble to operate various Optical Lab equipment and office equipmentDemonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing,reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basisAble to lift an average of 25-35 pounds on a repetitive basis and up to 75 poundsAble to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadinessAble to grip and hold itemsGood eye and hand coordinationAble to work in a fast-paced production environmentAbility to perform work in various departments within the lab based on businessneeds* Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hoursto meet established deadlines* Able to travel independently to support company objectives and personaldevelopmentThese statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performedby teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustivelist of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.