Director, MFG Operations (Lenses)

Requisition ID:916296
Position:Full-Time
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Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We 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.

Our 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.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Director of Manufacturing Operations oversees all aspects of manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that approved products are manufactured on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and monitor all aspects of production and process engineering managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing areas, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures
• Develop and implement long-term strategies for Manufacturing Operations, aligned with local and global organizational goals to achieve excellence.
• Provide guidance to create and manage annual budget
• Liaison between department staff (DL/IDL), as well as executive/department manager levels to inform employees of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, behaviors and results
• Collaborate cross-functionally and in partnership with Human Resources conduct/implement strategies to include, but not limited to, staff augmentation, training, performance evaluations, while ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations
• Responsible for achieving optimum employee levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan, through strategic planning and execution of initiatives
• Partner with company officers and senior staff members in the development and formulation of long and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives
• Lead the OEE performance by identifying , recommending and implementing changes to improve productivity and reduce cost, scrap and rework data.
• Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data.
• Responsible for developing strategic plans to establish, implement and maintain production standards
• Direct and coordinate various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, etc.)
• Identify opportunities, develop action plans and coach team on continuous improvement projects
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of management/leadership experience
• Experience leading teams in a fast paced MFG environment, in a manner that drives teamwork, collaboration and a high degree of integrity
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated passion for solving problems and operational excellence
• Focused, organized, results-oriented individual
• Successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual, able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Champion or Black Belt certification
• Bilingual - English/Spanish/Italian

Pay Range:175,667.10 - $220,000

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee 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.

EssilorLuxottica 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 HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

We 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.