Finishing Production Manager - Optical

Manager- Production

Since 1915, Walman Optical has served thousands of independent eye care professionals providing solutions for all of their optical needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team helps businesses grow while providing quality eyewear and unmatched service for an exceptional patient experience. With us, you'll bring our most advanced technology and innovative products to our partners. As a division of Walman, our collective mission is to enrich the lives of our customers, employees and the communities we serve through better vision. Walman is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

The Manager- Production is responsible for overseeing the department to ensure the achievement of the established metrics and standards for safety, quality, production, customer service, and people management. The Manager- Production is responsible for developing high-performing teams, leading change and continuous improvement, driving results, inspecting, and building a best-in-class environment. Builds collaborative relationships within and across departments and corporate support. Leads Production Supervisors and may lead other employees. The scope of the role may vary based on various factors (volume, services, number of employees, shifts, and equipment and tools).

Major duties and responsibilities include enforcing safety / compliance policies and procedures, evaluating current and future needs, developing and monitoring strategic plans, leading financial and budget activities, ensuring consistency of practices, policies, and procedures, adjusting production and quality plans, conducting people management responsibilities, addressing complaints and resolving basic employee issues, communicating performance goals / expectations, ensuring adequate distribution of skills, building and developing direct reports, fostering a positive work environment, leading and participating on project teams and business meetings, and partnering with other managers and other departments to achieve results.

Basic qualifications include a bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience, 5+ years of experience with leading others, 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related environment, demonstration of skills and abilities in goal setting, accountability, coaching, developing and engaging employees, leading as a change agent, resolving conflicts timely, solving problems by addressing root causes, making effective decisions, managing expenses and budgets, effectively managing time, effectively communicating, collaborating with others to achieve expected results, being self-motivated with a high sense of urgency, resourcefulness, and adaptability, basic computer skills and experience with MS Office, ability to learn other systems, and experience in a very high-volume environment with complex technical processes.

Pay range : hiring rate starting at $85,000; higher with experience. 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 will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. 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, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.