Manager, Lab
Core
Manage operations, quality, cost, and leadership for a cut, edge, and fit (CEF) laboratory in the ophthalmic industry.
Role type
Manager, Laboratory Operations
Builds
Ophthalmic lens products (cut, edge, fit) for customers
Domain
Ophthalmic manufacturing / Medical device
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory operations management, team leadership and hiring, safety compliance, cost management, KPI tracking, process improvement, WIP planning, capacity planning, data analysis, Microsoft Office proficiency
Preferred skills
Experience in ophthalmic, medical device, or manufacturing fields, ability to develop line leaders, analytical problem-solving, visual acuity to 20/20
Technologies
Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Increase profitability through safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives; develop and maintain a strong leadership team; monitor and improve industry trends related to lab operations; uphold safety standards and lead safety committee efforts; track and maintain positive KPIs; drive process improvements; plan and manage daily activities including staffing levels; monitor spending and drive cost savings; focus on measurable performance requirements and financial targets; monitor capacity requirements; drive special projects; work with customers, sales, and marketing to align goals.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
