Production Team Leader

The Production Team Leader supports the Coating Manager by ensuring daily operations in the Coating department run efficiently, safely, and in compliance with standard operating procedures. This role provides hands-on leadership, assists with training, supports equipment readiness and maintenance, and helps troubleshoot quality and production issues across all AR lab processes.

Float across AR Coating operations to support production needs and staffing priorities

Ensure compliance with SOPs, quality standards, and safety procedures

Communicate operational, quality, and safety issues to management in a timely manner

Verify equipment readiness and assist with routine maintenance and cleaning

Support AR coating processes, including lens inspection, washing, hard coating, and machine setup

Assist with routing work to meet production schedules

Handle flammable and corrosive materials in accordance with safety guidelines

Maintain clean, organized workstations and lab areas

Provide guidance and support to team members and assist with training as needed

Perform additional duties as assigned by management

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to speak, read, and write English

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to support and guide a team

Strong understanding of workplace safety, quality standards, and standard operating procedures

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities

Experience working with automated or computer-controlled equipment

Basic computer proficiency, including Windows and Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with employees and management

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Willingness and availability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds

Consistent attendance and punctuality

3–5 years of experience in the optical industry, particularly working with ophthalmic lenses

Previous experience as a Team Leader, Lead Operator, or supervisory role

Experience with Anti-Reflective/Hi-Vision Coating processes and equipment

Knowledge of troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and process improvement

Experience handling hazardous or corrosive materials in a manufacturing environment

Familiarity with planning, scheduling, and production workflow coordination