Senior Manager, Optical Laboratory - Manufacturing - Richmond, California

MissionHires; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local relocation support

Up to 15% annual bonus

Job summary

MissionHires seeks a Senior Manager, Optical Laboratory to lead operations at its Richmond, CA facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in optical manufacturing and leadership, overseeing a large unionized team to enhance productivity and safety. Responsibilities include managing budgets, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving strategic initiatives. This full-time position offers a salary range of $155,000 - $177,000, with additional bonuses and relocation support.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in an optical lab or manufacturing environment.
• 7+ years in a leadership role with direct staff oversight.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in optical manufacturing, CAM, or related production fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facets of optical lab operations, including production and quality assurance.
• Directly manage a team of 5 leaders and 100+ indirect reports.
• Drive lab productivity and ensure consistent product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Optical manufacturing

Budget management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, STEM, or related field

Tools

Optical production equipment

Job description

Senior Manager, Optical Laboratory - Manufacturing

A well-established health organization is seeking a seasoned Senior Manager to lead operations at its Optical Manufacturing Lab in Richmond, CA. This facility is a high-volume manufacturing site producing eyewear with a strong focus on efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will lead a large, unionized team and manage cross-functional initiatives to meet and exceed productivity, safety, and compliance benchmarks. Position is full-time, onsite in Richmond, CA with local relocation support, a salary range of $155,000 - $177,000, up to a 15% annual bonus, no visa support, and approximately 25% travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facets of optical lab operations, including production, quality assurance, asset management, and safety compliance.
• Directly manage a team of 5 leaders and 100+ indirect reports across 24/5 operations.
• Drive lab productivity, reduce turnaround time, and ensure consistent product quality.
• Champion employee engagement and leadership development across teams.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, industry regulations, and organizational protocols.
• Develop and manage operational budgets; identify areas for cost-saving and process optimization.
• Strategically plan for equipment maintenance, upgrades, and procurement.
• Design and implement training programs for technical staff and managers to support skill growth and compliance.
• Translate business strategy into tactical actions to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Analyze performance metrics and lead root cause investigations to improve satisfaction and operational output.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, STEM, or related field (or 11+ years of related experience).
• 8+ years of experience in an optical lab or manufacturing environment.
• 7+ years in a leadership role with direct staff oversight.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in optical manufacturing, CAM, or related production fields.
• 1+ year of experience managing budgets.
• Strong knowledge in safety compliance, financial planning, HR in a union environment, and optical production equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Optician Certification (ABO)
• Six Sigma Green Belt
• Experience in supply chain management or continuous improvement methodologies