The position is responsible for the management and integration of inspection processes to ensure quality products are delivered to internal and external customers. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. 

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: 

• Understand business concepts such as inventory procedures, Lead times, and MRP.
• Ensure performance to meet all production and prototyping requirements of production team.
• Ensure the quality of all team product and establish sound quality processes.
• Create updates and presentations as needed for Management.
• Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for team members.
• Maintain proper inventory levels in coordination with buyers and planners.
• Advise planners of potential missed dates.
• Participate in interviews as needed.
• Monitor attendance, performance, training; complete performance assessments; make termination recommendations as necessary.
• Console poor performance up to and including termination in conjunction w/ manager.
• Manage department priorities.
• Fulfills all regular production duties and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Assists with managing implemented quality systems.
• Identify non-conformances through specified inspection methods.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Activities:

Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. Employees may come in contact with but not limited to solvents and epoxy, and their work cell areas may be noisy at times. Employees entering and leaving the room must wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment such as booties, mask, and gloves.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar and progressive position with leadership experience preferred. 

Education:

• High School education or equivalent

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong computer skills such as but not limited to Excel and Axapta.
• Strong interpersonal, organization and management skills
• Knowledge of all department positions and requirements
• Knowledge of existing processes and procedures to ensure process and productivity improvement
• Working knowledge of tooling of substrates for coating.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Direct Reports:

This position supervises an area of employees within the department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that area.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few..