Manager- Production

EssilorLuxottica - Mansfield, TX

Full-time - Manager

Mansfield, TX

10,001+ employees

About the position

The Manager of Production at EssilorLuxottica is responsible for overseeing the technical management, supervision, and control of industrial production processes within the company. This role is crucial in ensuring that production operations meet quality standards and objectives while fostering a safe and efficient work environment. The manager will lead a team of supervisors, implement Lean Six Sigma projects, and continuously improve operational processes to enhance productivity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Monitor workflow in production areas.
• Maintain a continual follow-up program to ensure adherence to procedures in all areas.
• Monitor quality of department incoming and outgoing work.
• Plan and schedule staffing requirements needed to meet specific quality standards and production objectives.
• Provide direction and support to shift supervisors and production teams to ensure a profitable, cohesive production operation.
• Analyze workflow, yields, manpower requirements, production restraints, and quality issues.
• Identify problems and develop solutions to continually improve operations.
• Provide routine reports to management on process and production variances and action plans for improvement.
• Provide direct support to customer service.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Determine training requirements and ensure all training needs are met.
• Be a safety steward and ensure safety is always the #1 priority.
• Mentor a team of supervisors and promote a people-first culture.
• Prepare written performance evaluations and discuss progress with appropriate supervisors.
• Provide direct support, feedback, and training to first shift supervisors and group leads.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience managing both exempt and hourly employees in fast-paced manufacturing environments required.
• Optical Industry production management experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent process control knowledge and a track record in reducing process variability and improving process yields through utilization of lean and/or six sigma methodologies.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Health care
• Retirement savings
• Paid time off/vacation
• Various employee discounts