Sr. Director of Operations (Optical Manufacturing)

Company: Luxottica
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Sr. Director of Operations (Optical Manufacturing)Since 1915, Walman Optical has served thousands of independent eye care professionals providing solutions for all of their optical needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team helps businesses grow while providing quality eyewear and unmatched service for an exceptional patient experience. With us, you'll bring our most advanced technology and innovative products to our partners.As a division of Walman, our collective mission is to enrich the lives of our customers, employees and the communities we serve through better vision.Walman is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses.GENERAL FUNCTIONSThe Sr. Director of Operations oversees all operations and people management aspects of an optical lab. The scope of the role may vary based on various factors, such as the volume, number of employees, the type of lab, and other factors. The volume of jobs per day is approximately > 6 for Industrial labs.The responsibility includes strategy and leadership to achieve metrics for safety, quality, production, and people management. The Director of Operations is responsible for developing high-performing teams, customer-service focus, leading change, continuous improvement, driving results, inspecting what is expected, and building a best-in-class working environment. Reports to the Vice President of Operations and communicates performance progress and support needed.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforces safety and compliance policies and procedures for a safe and compliant work environment.
• Leads activities to achieve operations efficiency through financial and budget activities, organizational structure, operational procedures and practices, production flow, quality, resource allocation, continuous improvements, and managing expenses.
• Reviews and analyzes data, trends, and needs to determine strategies needed to achieve expected results.
• Identifies and implements strategies in operations and people management to achieve expected results. Seeks and implements standards and best practices.
• Uses formal and informal communications to build excitement about the strategy and keep employees informed and motivated.
• Provides individual team members with challenging and clear performance objectives directly tied to the market and lab network strategy.
• Oversees production and quality progress by reviewing reports and data, managing performance, and inspecting production and quality progress. Inspects what is expected.
• Drives execution of metrics through action plans and accountability.
• Partners with leadership to communicate progress and support and resources needed.
• Fosters a positive work environment (e.g., teamwork, fairness, engagement) and ensures employees demonstrate the company's values.
• Conducts people management responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Performs these responsibilities for direct reports and supports these efforts for indirect reports, as needed.
• Builds and develops the leadership team to ensure capabilities for executing operational strategies; this includes leading talent development practices (e.g., performance management and succession planning) to ensure development for all employees.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • 10+ years of experience with leading others.
  • 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
  • Demonstration of leadership skills and abilities.
  • Must be able to travel as needed to meet the needs of the lab operations.
  • Experience in a very high-volume environment with complex technical processes.
  • Proven track record of individual accomplishment, contribution, and team-based success.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
    • Previous experience leading process improvement initiatives within a production environment utilizing Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma tools and processes.Pay Range: 177,353.00 -213,284.14Employee 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.Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.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.
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