Production Manager - Optical Manufacturing

Job Description

General

Summary:

Manages all aspects of the production departments and coordinates the work flow to, through, and out of these departments while managing costs in a safe and secure manner.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

* Oversees all aspects of production to secure levels of quality and performance.

* Utilizes supervisors and team leads to ensure proper training is provided to employees on processes, SOPs, equipment and safety.

* Maintains the production department budgets including, but not limited, to labor, supplies, consumables, spoilage and equipment cost.

* Controls costs and production metrics.

* Works with other department managers to resolve interdepartmental issues.

* Submits daily reports on department progress.

* Ensures that all safety and cleanliness standards are met in all work areas.

* Assists in analyzing and recommending the purchase of new equipment.

* Works with and coaches supervisors to ensure proper communication and coaching of associates is done on a consistent basis and according to company policy.

* Maintains performance records for production supervisors.

* Reviews associate performance through HR's performance management system.

* Interviews and selects candidates for production department positions with the assistance of the department's supervisors.

* Updates and implements department Policies and Procedures; enforces all Company Policies and Procedures.