Join The Hoya Vision Care Team! For over 60 years, HOYA Vision Care has been a passionate leader in optical technology innovation. As a manufacturer of high quality, high performing eyeglass lenses, we continuously aim to bring the best possible vision care solutions to eye care professionals. We are currently hiring a Lab General Manager in St. Louis, MO Location: 301 Vision Drive, Columbia, IL 62236 What's in it for you? Health/Dental/Vision/Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement 401K plans PTO and Paid Holidays And more! What you'll do: Responsible for running the location safely and efficiently. Oversees laboratory safety and ensures that the laboratory remains in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations. In cases where non-compliance is found, documents the instances as well as how they were abated. Leads the location to meet performance and objectives goals. Identifies areas of the lab processes which are not performing to standard and perform root-cause analyses to establish permanent corrective actions. Analyzes operational data. Develops and implements action plans to meet KPIs. Ensures all employees are properly trained to meet and achieve performance standards. Oversees daily operation of the lab to ensure all departments are being run effectively and that all task/duties are completed. Ensures all equipment is repaired and maintained and that the preventive maintenance schedule is followed. Completes employee performance evaluations for direct reports and monitors Reviews Due Report to ensure Supervisors are completing employee reviews in a timely manner. Reviews and Analyzes DVI reports, audits spoilage, key indicator reports to determine cause of quality or production issues. Follows Ringisho process and assists with overseeing improvement projects. Responsible for safety program at the location to ensure safe working environment for employees, customers, vendors and visitors. Monitors and tracks contractor activities to ensure safe practices are being followed. Monitors and controls all costs. Responsible for reviewing and approving vendor invoices up to $2,500.00. Increases the profitability and growth of the location. Accurately manage operational cost and adhere to labor guidelines. Forecasts staffing needs accurately based on available information. Appropriately adjusts staffing levels up or down to meet the business plan. Assists in the development of standard operational and working procedures and observes workers to ensure compliance with procedures. Plans and directs employee training required to stay abreast of new product introduction. Committed to safety and ensures staff completes appropriate safety training such as new hire training, annual safety training, LOTO training, and other related courses. Maintains a highly responsive customer approach with extraordinary service and quality. Maintains a team-oriented working environment. Fosters an environment of training & development to allow continuous career growth. Demonstrates sound judgment in anticipating challenges, problem solving, and seeking the right resources to resolve issues. Partners with the local Salesforce to develop and maintain new customer relationships. Creates a positive culture that embraces diversity and identifies morale issues. Follows all company policy and procedures to ensure safety and security of the employees. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, may include a combination of education and experience. Candidates must have a proven background in ophthalmic optics, accompanied with excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills At least 5 years of supervisory Level experience required, Management level preferred. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills in anticipating challenges, problem solving and seeking resources. Intermediate financial knowledge and ability to recognize risk/opportunities impacting profitability. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, logically and coherently at levels of the organization. Results oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Exemplify and be an influential Team Leader. Familiarity with regulations associated with OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies. Good understanding of production processes, quality control and hazardous chemicals. Ability to monitor performance of individuals or processes and make improvements or take corrective actions. Familiarity with various types of manufacturing machines and tools used in production. Must be available to work a variety of shifts, Saturdays and Sundays and some Holidays when needed. At HOYA, our foundation is built upon a diverse and inclusive work environment. Together, our differences are key to maintaining an inclusive culture that supports and inspires employee's uniqueness. Our differences ignite our innovation and connects us to our diverse customers and communities we serve. We're passionate about maintaining an inclusive work environment, not only because it's the right thing to do, it promotes and celebrates differences. We are also committed to providing equal opportunity to people of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identifications, disabilities, ages, philosophies, and veteran statuses at all levels of the organization. Hoya and Seiko Optical is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, gender, handicap or disability, or any other category protected by federal state or local law.
