Sr. Process Engineering Manager - Injection Molding

Requisition ID: 885912
Position: Full-Time
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Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more. ​ 

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Senior Process Engineering Manager is responsible for developing strategy and delivering recommendations on how to lower cost, while meeting all quality standards set forth by the company. The successful candidate will work side by side with Manufacturing Operations staff to identify inefficiencies in business processes and then determine the best ways to bring metrics in line with financial goals.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all technical operations related to plastic injection molding, including process optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Manages a team responsible for the development, qualification and successful implementation of manufacturing processes and equipment on the production floor.
• Responsible for leading and implementing operational excellence and continuous improvement projects.
• Creates strategy for the team and provides tactical guidance as needed to meet set budget
• Coaches team on using Lean tools and Six Sigma problem solving methodologies to use data for solving complex problems.
• Influences decisions by creating a positive working relationship with all extended team members including, but not limited to Maintenance, New Product Development, Tooling, R&D teams.
• Thoroughly analyzes new product/process hand off and negotiates path forward when new products/processes don’t meet requirements.
• Manages/prioritizes multiple projects in a dynamic fast paced environment.
• Creates 3-5 years vision for the team by working with cross functional leadership.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of management experience in plastic injection molding, moldmaking, and toolmaking.
• RJG Master Molder certification or equivalent is a must.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• 5+ years of experience managing Budget (CapEx, OpEx)
• 3+ Automation exposure/experience
• Experience using LEAN Six Sigma tools
• Ability to coach and work with teams undertaking Continuous Improvement activities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree
• Bilingual – English / Spanish
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• CNC machine experience
• AutoCAD
• Plastic Injection molding/extrusion experience

​Pay Range: 142,818.50 - 200,295.12 

Employee 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.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [email protected]. 

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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