Vision Dynamics Lab, Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced individual to manage our 2nd shift production operation. This position will be accountable for service, quality, cost management, and operational leadership for this optical manufacturing facility.
Duties/Responsibilities
Start up a 2nd shift Operation

  • Works in all areas of the laboratory as needed to meet production requirements.
  • Responds to customer complaints and concerns as appropriate. Expedites “hot” jobs as needed.
  • Ensures all areas of lab and equipment are maintained clean and in good condition.
  • Understands well all equipment and operations of the lab
  • Reviews and analyzes spoilage working to determine cause of quality or production issues.
  • Maintains/repairs equipment; delegates or requests assistance as needed.
  • Ensures Preventive Maintenance is performed and doesn't allow equipment to be kept in poor condition. Ensures equipment is calibrated and ready for 1st shift.
  • Randomly inspects work in progress and finished products to ensure conformance to quality standards.
  • Communicates company policies and trains employees, and enforces safety regulations.
  • Helps maintain and reviews measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
  • Analyzes and resolves work related problems, or assists employees in solving work related problems.
  • Assists in development or revision of standard operational and working procedures and observes workers to ensure compliance with procedures.
  • Complete employee performance review/evaluations as needed.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • College degree or equivalent work experience
  • Candidates must have a proven background in ophthalmic optics, accompanied with excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Supervisory-level experience
  • Must demonstrate critical thinking skills in anticipating challenges, problem solving and seeking resources
  • Able and willing to work as a team
  • Must be able to work evenings and overtime possibly Saturdays as needed
  • Computer skills (Windows, MS Office)
  • Experience or knowledge working with automated equipment



Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Paid Holidays, Paid Time-off

e-mail Resume to: john.dippold@opticaldynamics.com