Manager, Inside Support

Socket.dev; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Annual discretionary bonuses

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Quality Vision International Inc. is seeking an experienced Manager, Inside Support in Rochester, NY. You will lead the Product Support Team, drive remote issue resolution, and oversee technical writing to build a scalable knowledge base.

You will act as the primary escalation point and partner with engineering and product teams to translate complex issues into actionable solutions. Expect a high-trust, metric-driven environment with a focus on first-contact resolution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical support, service, or related roles.
• Proven leadership experience, including coaching and performance management.
• Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills with structured problem-solving.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing support teams in a metric-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Product Support Team to deliver high-quality technical support with a focus on first-contact resolution.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics (FCR, response times, backlog, escalations).
• Coordinate between customers and internal teams for complex issues and knowledge management.
• Oversee documentation of issues, root causes, and resolutions for repeatability and efficiency.
• Drive a customer-facing knowledge portal and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Technical support

Problem solving

Documentation skills

Customer focus

Education

Associate degree in engineering/tech/physics

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Remote tools (TeamViewer)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Discover Your Next Big Opportunity: See Why Quality Vision International Is the Place to Be!

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM

Salary: $75,000-$100,000 annually, based on experience

Location: Rochester, NY

Position Overview:

The Manager, Inside Support leads OGP’s internal technical support function—serving as the “brain” of service operations by resolving issues remotely, accelerating first-contact resolution, and maintaining a strong, continuously evolving technical knowledge base.

This role manages the Product Support Team and oversees the Document Management / Technical Writing function to ensure solutions are captured, standardized, and leveraged to improve future response efficiency. The Manager acts as the primary escalation point for complex issues and serves as the critical liaison between customers and factory teams for higher-level technical and design-related challenges.

The role is accountable for reducing unnecessary onsite service through effective remote troubleshooting, structured triage, and strong knowledge management practices. This Manager’s primary goal is to maximize first-contact resolution while building and maintaining a high-quality, scalable technical knowledge base.

Role and Responsibilities:

Inside Support Leadership ("The Brain")

• Lead, coach, and develop the Product Support Team to deliver high-quality technical support with a strong emphasis on first-contact resolution.
• Establish and manage performance metrics (e.g., first-contact resolution, response times, backlog, repeat issues, customer satisfaction).
• Foster a disciplined, structured troubleshooting approach across the team.
• Build a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.

Remote Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution

• Ensure technical issues are resolved remotely whenever possible using phone, video, and digital tools (e.g., TeamViewer or similar platforms).
• Drive consistent triage practices to diagnose issues efficiently and determine appropriate next steps.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact technical challenges.
• Ensure thorough documentation of issues, root causes, and resolutions to support repeatability and efficiency.

Expert Liaison (Customer ? Factory)

• Act as the primary bridge between customers/representatives and internal teams (engineering, optics, applications, product development) for complex or design-level issues.
• Translate customer issues into clear technical problem statements for internal teams.
• Communicate solutions back in a way that is clear, actionable, and customer-friendly.
• Ensure timely resolution and proactive communication on escalated cases.

Documentation Management & Knowledge Development

• Lead the Document Management / Technical Writing function.
• Ensure support solutions are translated into high-quality documentation, including manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, and knowledge base articles.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency of all service-related documentation.
• Establish standards and processes for documentation creation, updates, and governance.

Customer-Facing Knowledge Portal

• Drive the development and continuous improvement of a customer-facing knowledge portal.
• Ensure content is structured, searchable, and aligned to reduce inbound support volume.
• Prioritize content development based on support trends, frequent issues, and customer needs.
• Partner cross-functionally to maintain relevance and usability of the portal.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Insights

• Analyze support data (tickets, repeat issues, escalation trends) to identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement process improvements to reduce recurring issues and improve response efficiency.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for troubleshooting, escalation, and documentation practices.
• Stay current with best practices in technical support and knowledge management.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: (Experience, Education, Certifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Associate degree (2-year) or equivalent combination of education and experience in engineering, technology, or physics (electronics, mechanical, or computer science preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical support, service, or related roles.
• Proven leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.
• Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills with a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage high-pressure situations effectively.
• Experience managing support teams in a metric-driven environment (FCR, SLAs, backlog).
• Experience building or managing technical documentation and knowledge bases.
• Experience contributing to or leading self-service/customer portal initiatives.
• Familiarity with CRM, ERP, or ticketing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools and remote support technologies.

Physical and/or Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Work under and around machines in a shop environment.
• Sit for extended periods using standard office equipment
• Stand or walk for extended periods during an 8+ hour shift.

What We Offer

Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays each year Over 3 weeks of PTO (vacation/sick/personal) to start, with additional time after 5 and 10 years

Health & Financial Benefits

Health coverage where QVI pays 97–100% of premiums on our most affordable HDHP – free single coverage for employees! Employer-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer-paid Life Insurance

QVI 401k Retire Savings Plan: Up to 5% gross wages

Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,000 annually College Scholarship Programs for employee dependents

Annual discretionary bonuses (for non-commission roles)

$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus

Wellness & Extras Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness perks: on-site nurse, biometric screenings, chronic condition support, and cash incentives for healthy living programs and challenges Free on-site electric vehicle charging stations and cash reimbursement toward the purchase of qualified EVs

Quality Vision International Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.