What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager, Optical Shop position at II-VI Incorporated?
We are seeking a Production Manager for our Optical Shop in our Budd Lake, NJ facility where we produce optical components. This role will support production on multiple shifts, but standard work / office hours are expected.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Leadership of ~25 team members for the Optical crystal value chain across 2 shifts Supervise the Coordinators on various product lines and production goals Supervise the Technicians to ensure adherence to production schedules based on demand and business needs.
- Interface with Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Engineering to understand and execute on departmental and business goals
- Organize all Production Operations to ensure that Output Productivity targets are achieved and that all relevant Health, Safety and Hygiene Standards are observed
- Direct and control all Operations Staff to ensure they are properly motivated, trained and developed, and carry-out their responsibilities to the required standards
- Develop all necessary guidelines and procedures to ensure that plant and equipment are effectively maintained to ensure maximum production efficiency
- Develop and maintain good working relationship with internal customers, support groups and peers to ensure cross functional engagement to Production targets and a harmonious relationship within the plant
- Initiates and drives resolution to operational issues and resolve permanently
- Develop and Maintain 5S in the shop floor
- Monitor and control operating cost to ensure they do not exceed budget
- Responsible for team members performance improvement and career development
- Ensure compliance to ISO9001 system and procedures
- Optimize WIP Inventory for FGI and Materials to meet target Inventory Turns
EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications :
Desired Qualifications :
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp. :
I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust
C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
To conform to . Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a . citizen, lawful permanent resident of the ., protected individual as defined by 8. . 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the . Department of State.
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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