Minimum of five years in a supervisory role in manufacturing.
Experience with optical fabrication, coating, and assembly.
Proven leadership abilities to motivate and develop teams.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Spanish proficiency preferred.
Adaptable with a willingness to learn new tasks.
Ability to interpret manufacturing documentation.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
Responsibilities
Oversee photonics manufacturing operations, including staffing and scheduling.
Work with team leads to prioritize tasks and monitor production progress.
Collaborate with Production Planner to meet production targets and maintain quality.
Act as the communication link between production teams and management.
Evaluate practices and suggest improvements for processes.
Mentor team members and implement training plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product quality assurance.
Lead Lean and process improvement initiatives.
Ensure manufacturing equipment is maintained and operational.
Develop standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and safety.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive work environment for team collaboration.
Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
Access to resources for maintaining high safety standards.
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Manufacturing Manager Reports To: Director of Operations Location: Moorpark, CA
THE ROLE
The Manufacturing Manager reports to the Director of Operations and partners closely with cross-functional teams to oversee the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing department. This role is responsible for leading a team of technicians and operators to achieve production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering results, driving continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the photonics manufacturing department, including staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management.
Partner with Manufacturing Team Leads to establish priorities, monitor progress, allocate resources, and ensure production schedules are achieved.
Work closely with the Production Planner to meet or exceed production targets while maintaining quality, on-time delivery (OTD), and safety standards.
Serve as the primary liaison between production teams and management.
Evaluate operating practices and recommend process improvements.
Mentor and develop team members while identifying and implementing training plans.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer and quality requirements.
Lead and participate in Lean, 6S, and Kaizen initiatives.
Ensure manufacturing equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and operated to maximize productivity while coordinating maintenance activities with the Facilities Manager.
Develop and implement standard operating procedures and document best practices to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and throughput across all work centers.
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with optical fabrication, optical coating, and assembly processes.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and engage teams.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Spanish language skills (verbal and written) are a plus.
Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges.
Ability to interpret manufacturing travelers and work instructions.
Six Sigma Green Belt certification or demonstrated experience applying Lean manufacturing methodologies preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant business software.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job description is intended to describe the primary purpose and key responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, and employees may be required to perform other related responsibilities as assigned.
