Supervisor, Manufacturing (EG)

Bausch & Lomb GmbH; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bausch & Lomb GmbH in Rochester, NY is looking for a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead and motivate manufacturing teams to achieve production goals. This role involves implementing lean practices and enhancing operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a background in technical or business fields, strong leadership skills, and expertise in lean methodologies. The position offers a salary range between $70,000 - $100,000 annually and a variety of benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven track record in leading significant change initiatives.
• Experience in lean methodologies and advanced application of tools.
• Strong passion for inspiring and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and ensure quality standards.
• Lead and mentor manufacturing teams to foster continuous improvement.
• Implement lean management practices to enhance efficiency.
• Manage labor and resource allocation for optimal performance.

Skills

Lean principles application

Team leadership

Data analysis

Process improvement

Education

BA/BS degree in a technical or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

Objective

To serve as a Manufacturing Supervisor by leading and motivating manufacturing teams, driving operational excellence through lean daily management, and leveraging data-driven decision-making to achieve and exceed production goals. This role is responsible for implementing process improvements, executing change initiatives, and effectively managing labor resources to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. With a proven track record in lean methodologies and manufacturing leadership, the supervisor will foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability, ensuring the organization remains agile, responsive, and competitive in a dynamic production environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules, quality, and safety standards are consistently met or exceeded.
• Lead and mentor manufacturing teams, fostering a culture of engagement, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Execute lean daily management practices, driving the application of lean methodologies across all operations to eliminate waste and streamline processes.
• Identify strategic process improvements by leveraging data and analytics and implement change initiatives that enhance efficiency and quality.
• Effectively manage labor and resource allocation, ensuring optimal staffing and operational performance.
• Monitor production metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including quality, engineering, and supply chain—to support manufacturing goals and drive operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, maintaining a safe work environment for all team members.
• Communicate performance updates, challenges, and successes to senior leadership, providing clear insights that support business-critical decision-making.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. BA/BS degree in a technical or business-related field strongly preferred.
• Leadership Excellence: a strong passion and commitment to inspiring and mentoring team members, the ability to handle complex situations, execute with urgency, and deliver on commitments and meet deadlines.
• Lean Expertise: comprehensive experience with Lean principles and advanced application of tools (e.g., VSM, Process Mapping, 6S, Kaizen).
• Advanced Business Acumen: demonstrated ability to leverage data for strategic decision-making and implementation of continuous improvement.
• Change Leadership: proven track record in leading and sustaining significant change and process improvements initiatives.
• Technical Proficiency: advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, and Excel for data analysis and presentation.

This position may be available in the following location(s): US - Rochester, NY (Plant)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.