Production Manager- Bench Department

pstrongRequisition I/strongstrongstrongD/strong: /strong900380strong /strongbrstrongPosition/strong: Full-Time brstrongTotal Rewards: a href=https://careers.essilorluxottica.com/content/Benefits-and-Perks/?locale=en_US target=_blank rel=noopenerBenefits/Incentive Information/a/strong/ppIf you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met./ppWe are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms./ppOur unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions./ppJoin our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. a href=https://www.linkedin.com/company/essilorluxottica/posts/?feedView=allDiscover more by following us on LinkedIn!/a/ppstrongGENERAL FUNCTION /strong/ppOperations managers are responsible for the technical management, supervision, and control of industrial production processes./ppstrong /strong/ppstrongMAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/strong/pulliMonitor workflow in production areas./liliMaintain a continual follow-up program to ensure adherence to procedures in all areas./liliMonitor quality of department incoming and outgoing work./liliPlan and schedule staffing requirements needed in order to meet specific quality standards and production objectives in all areas./liliProvide direction and support to shift supervisors and production teams to ensure a profitable, cohesive production operation./liliAnalyze workflow, yields, manpower requirements, production restraints and quality issues. /liliIdentify problems and develop solutions to continually improve the operations./liliProvide routine reports to management on process and production variances and action plans to continuously improve the process./liliProvide direct support to customer service./liliImplement Lean Six Sigma projects./liliDetermine training requirements and ensure all training needs are met./liliBe a safety steward and ensure safety is always the #1 priority./liliMentor a team of supervisors and promote a people first culture./liliPrepare written performance evaluations and discuss progress with appropriate supervisors/liliProvide direct support, feedback and training to first shift supervisors and group leads./li/ulpstrong /strong/ppstrongBASIC QUALIFICATIONS/strong/pulliMinimum 5 years’ experience managing both exempt and hourly employees in fast-paced manufacturing environments required/liliOptical Industry production management experience preferred/liliBachelors degree or equivalent work experience/liliDemonstrated leadership skills and experience/liliExcellent verbal and written communication skills/liliExcellent process control knowledge and a track record in reducing process variability and improving process yields through utilization of lean and/or six sigma methodologies/liliStrong computer skills in Microsoft Office/li/ulp /ppEmployee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts./pp /ppEssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email a href=mailto:HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.comHRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com/a./pp /ppWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law./p