Manufacturing Supervisor Post Draw 2nd shift

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more.

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more.

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.

Our mission is simple and bold:
to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting‑edge optical technologies.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for all daily manufacturing activities inclusive of meeting daily delivery schedules, ensuring acceptable quality and maintaining a safe and positive work environment. Supervises the activities of manufacturing personnel engaged in all facets of the manufacturing function. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or manufacturing management required, MBA a plus

"Demonstrated leadership in progressive roles; 5+ years in a manufacturing environment"

• Six-sigma Green/Black Belt Certification and Lean Certification a plus
• Knowledge of Fiber Optic Industry desirable
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and problem resolution skills
• SAP Experience preferred
• Proficient in MS Office Excel, Word and Power Point;
  Acute ability to understand and use data for continuous improvement.

• Scheduling personnel to ensure maximization of daily labor costs in accordance with all production scheduling requirements.
• Solely responsible for the scheduling of overtime, Paid Time Off and planning for training needs.
• Ensuring that all scheduled machines are operated efficiently and within all specified guidelines.
• At a minimum, ensuring all critical Key Process Indicators (KPIs) are met. For example, scrap and remake reduction targets, safety, FPY, OEE and OTD.
• Ensure that all daily, weekly and monthly TPM, 6S Audits and Standard work are fulfilled on time and as expected.
• Maintaining a consistent state of rigor and discipline coupled with unquestionable fairness and consistency.
• Ensuring that related company and plant policies and procedures are followed and exhibiting fair and consistent behavior relative to…