QC Supervisor (A)

EssilorLuxottica Group; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a Production Supervisor at the Dudley, MA facility to lead maintenance and improvement activities in a high-volume lens production environment. You will manage staffing, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement using the Production Management System.

The role emphasizes Lean initiatives (LIFE), standard work, and training development for group leaders and teams, with a strong focus on SQCDM outcomes and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or 5+ years of group lead or supervisory experience in production environments.
• Proven leadership skills and experience in teaching, coaching and motivation; military leadership experience is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with knowledge and process improvement experience in Lean manufacturing (Kaizen, 5S or Six Sigma); 5-whys, fishbone diagram
• Excellent process orientation and safety mindset (OSHA, investigations, enforcement, etc.)
• Excellent judgment, planning, organizational and communication skills
• Good manufacturing experience and understanding of Equipment Effectiveness Ratio (EER) metric
• TWI training method/approach knowledge or experience preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule required

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and daily operations using the Production Management System
• Drive Lean Initiatives for Excellence (LIFE) to raise standards and targets
• Manage manpower and staffing; track absenteeism
• Collaborate with HR and Production Manager on personnel issues
• Develop training and skill management; implement new training programs
• Track performance and provide constructive feedback and training
• Promote structured problem-solving (5-Whys, fishbone diagrams)
• Set and maintain SQCDM outcomes; review work instructions
• Audit standards and processes; drive improvements and ideas culture

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

OSHA knowledge

Communication skills

Manufacturing experience

EER understanding

TWI training

Flexible schedule

Kaizen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Production Management System

Job description

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Gentex Optics is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. 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!

The Dudley, MA facility is home to Operations, Global Lens Engineering, and Research and Development teams that work together to develop, pilot and manufacture, semi-finished, polycarbonate lenses for premium markets. We also supply coatings, inks, inserts and other innovative products to customers throughout the world.

Our team members bring our mission to life each and every day by helping people see a brighter world.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Production Supervisor has two major functions:

• Maintenance(daily activities) using the Production Management System.
• Improvement (LIFE - Lean Initiatives for Excellence) --- Enhancing and upgrading current standards by continually establishing new and higher targets

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resource Management

• Working environment:
• Ensure a safe working environment at all times by owning and driving theBBS program within the department and ensuring asafety-first mindset within the team
• Manpower management
• Ensure the shift is starting properly and track absenteeism
• Addressall human relations issues partnering with HR and the Production Manager where applicable
• Training and skill management
• Responsible for improving job performance by working with group leaders to identify skills improvement opportunities,and assist in the development of new training programs
• Track, report and monitor teams' performance and provide constructive feedback and appropriate training and support for teams to reach the standard expected performance level.
• Develop group leaders' and associates' problem-solving capability promoting basicstructured problem-solving tools such as 5-whys, fishbone diagram, etc.

Improvement

• Apply standards
• Train to standards according to the TWI approach and using our existing training management system
• Own outcome of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Morale (SQCDM)
• Review and sign off on work instructions
• Auditprocess; audit standard work for group leaders
• Solve problems
• Create an environment where ideas are expected and encouraged

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or 5+ years of group lead or supervisory experience in production environments
• Proven leadership skills and experience (teaching, coaching and motivation);military leadership experience is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills withknowledge and process improvement experience inLean manufacturing (Kaizen, 5S or Six Sigma); 5-whys, fishbone diagram
• Excellent process orientationand safetymindset(OSHA, investigations, enforcement, etc.)
• Excellent judgment, planning, organizational and communicationskills(verbal, written, listeningand feedback)
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, self-motivation/direction
• Good manufacturing experience and understanding of Equipment Effectiveness Ratio (EER) metric
• TWI training method/approach knowledge or experience preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule required

Ability to:

• Set a good example for employees about company policies and procedures
• Motivate others, including teams, and challenge individuals to come up with new ideas
• Translate complex information into simple, understandable steps
• Adapt toand champion change and take calculated risks

Pay Range:67,177.00 -101,778.24

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.