Lab & Transformation Manager - Optical Lens Manufacturing
Zest Business Group · Buckinghamshire · posted 9 days ago
Going rate £33,400UK median £28,543
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Lab & Transformation Manager - Optical Lens Manufacturing
Full Time | Buckinghamshire | Leading Ophthalmic Lens Manufacturer
Zest Optical are working with a leading ophthalmic lens manufacturer to recruit an experienced Lab & Transformation Manager .
This senior position would suit an experienced Optical Lab Manager, Optical Laboratory Manager or Optical Production Manager with a strong background in ophthalmic lens manufacturing.
You will lead a large optical lens production facility, with overall responsibility for a team of approximately 42 people across multiple laboratory departments. You will manage operational performance while developing the people, processes and technology needed to support the laboratory's future growth.
Working closely with the Operations Director, Engineering and Quality Assurance teams, you will maintain excellent production standards and develop a clear transformation strategy for the optical laboratory.
The salary and wider package will be discussed with you in full before your CV or any personal details are shared with the client.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage and develop a laboratory production team of approximately 42 people Oversee production across surfacing, inspection, spin tinting, dip tinting, hard coating, anti-reflective coating, final inspection, remote edging, glazing order entry and glazing Plan and coordinate production activity to achieve quality, service and customer delivery targets Monitor daily and weekly operational performance against agreed KPIs Identify production and service risks and develop appropriate contingency plans Review existing processes and implement improvements to productivity, quality and workflow Develop and deliver a clear transformation strategy for the laboratory Support the introduction of new technology, equipment, systems and production methods Work closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance and Customer Service to improve operational performance Provide regular reporting on production performance, defects, rejects and areas for improvement Develop team capability through coaching, training, cross-training and performance management Manage departmental costs and contribute to annual budget planning Maintain compliance with SOPs, health and safety requirements, PPE policies and relevant UK legislation Recruit and develop team members with the skills required to support current operations and future growth Lead technical and laboratory performance meetings with internal and external stakeholders
About You
You must be an experienced operational leader with a strong background in ophthalmic lens manufacturing and a thorough understanding of lens production processes.
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