Oakley - Quality Sr Engineer

Oakley; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 109,135 - 140,013; Full time

Job summary

Oakley seeks a Sr. Engineer - Quality to lead quality processes across lens, frame, paint and assembly manufacturing. You will analyze data, drive corrective actions and partner with cross-functional teams to reduce defects and improve yields.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and implementing robust quality systems with a focus on safety and compliance within a global eyewear manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing quality engineering.
• Knowledge of SPC, MSA, Cpk, sampling plans and control plans.
• Ability to use systematic root cause analysis and data-driven decisions.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills; cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive to resolve, prevent and reduce nonconforming material and ExCo using engineering data.
• Support lens/pain/paint/assembly production areas from start to finish.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and suppliers as needed.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions with root cause methodologies.
• Gather, analyze and publish KPI metrics for regular meetings.
• Attend SQIDP and KPI reviews on time and contribute insights.
• Improve first pass yield and process robustness across lines.
• Mentor Quality Tech and engineers; promote a safe, compliant workplace.

Skills

Manufacturing Quality Engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

ASQ CQE Certification

Green Belt / Six Sigma Certification

Master’s Degree

Tools

Excel

SAP

Minitab

Job description

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

Requisition ID: 933747

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Sr. Engineer - Quality supports the required processes (i.e. Lens Molding/Frame Molding/Paint/Assembly) involved in the manufacturing of components to be used in the Finish goods

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive to resolve, prevent and/or reduce NCMR/ExCo (Extra Consumption) in the Production areas using an Engineering approach to analyze the data in a timely manner and detect opportunities to improve.
• Supports Production areas (i.e. Lens Molding/Frame Molding/Paint/Assembly) from start to finish.
• Works effectively and collaboratively with others within the department and outside of it.
• Active participation on the yearly Budget activities to reduce ExCo (Extra Consumption)
• Lead Corrective/ Preventive Actions using appropriate root cause methodology to address quality issues.
• Responsible for the daily and weekly timely gathering, analyzing and publishing of KPI metrics specific to the working production areas to be used at +SQIDP, Weekly KPI and LDDS daily meetings.
• Timely attendance and active participation in SQIDP and weekly KPI meetings.
• Builds expertise and ownership that can then be translated into improving ‘first pass yield’.
• Acts as part of a team that prevents defects, makes processes robust, and clearly communicates with cross functional groups.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for quality, in the assigned manufacturing areas. Act in a professional and respectful manner.
• Works safely and maintains a safe, organized and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Reports safety hazards and work-related injuries to supervisor or area Manager immediately.
• Coach and mentor other team members within the Department (i.e. Quality Tech, Engineer).

Basic Qualifications

• BS Degree in an Engineering field.
• 5+ years in Manufacturing Quality Engineering.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Statistical Quality Tools (i.e MSA, Cpk, SPC, Sampling Plans, Control Plans)
• Ability to use systematic approach for Root Cause Analysis
• Leadership & Interpersonal skills
• Ability to use data systems (Excel, SAP, Minitab)
• Ability to develop, coach and manage direct/indirect personnel if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ CQE Certification (Desirable)
• Green Belt / Six Sigma Certification
• Master’s Degree
• Lean Tools
• Quality Systems (ISO 9001)
• Project Management

Pay Range: $109,135.00 - $140,012.50

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail] .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.