Manager Optics Production
Core
Leading end-to-end optics manufacturing operations to deliver products safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while driving continuous improvement.
Role type
Senior manufacturing operations manager (optics production)
Builds
Optical components and systems for life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology
Domain
Life sciences / Diagnostics / Biotechnology / Optics manufacturing
Required skills
Production planning, workforce management, capacity planning, Lean manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance, budget management, quality management, equipment utilization, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Optics, precision engineering, medical-device manufacturing, unionized environment experience, multinational operations
Technologies
Danaher Business System, 5S, Standard Work, Kanban, Daily Management
Responsibilities
Lead daily optics production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity and cost objectives; Lead and develop the production organization through workforce planning, recruitment, coaching, performance management, and succession planning; Manage financial performance by controlling labor, material, and operational spending; Drive productivity and operational excellence using Lean manufacturing tools; Ensure product quality, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance; Partner with Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production issues; Support product lifecycle activities including New Product Introduction and phase-in/out execution
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership