Quality Assurance Manager

　　Date: Feb 6, 2024

　　Brand: Essilor and Subsidiaries

　　Location:

　　Youngstown, OH, US, 44505

　　Requisition ID: 830562

　　Position: Full-Time

　　We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

　　With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

　　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. Greasing the wheels behind the scenes, our people in Operations are the backbone of our Company.

　　GENERAL FUNCTION

　　The Quality Manager partners with network quality leaders and facility plant leaders to lead the quality function and quality results at the manufacturing facility. Through in depth data analysis, root cause analysis and problem solving tools (six sigma methodology) and collaboration with key functions such as engineering, manufacturing, training and procurement, the Quality Manager determines the quality improvement strategy and execution at the site level. The Manager leads by example to enable a quality culture that places the customer and consumer need at the center.

　　MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Delivers site breakage (scrap) & store reject reduction goals through data analysis and collaboration with Corporate QA, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, & R&D.

　　Manages development of the Quality organization within the plant to enable delivery of quality goals.

　　Executes processes within the site around lens & equipment qualification and validation systems.

　　Acts as the liason between R&D Engineering activity and the facility leadership team to drive awareness and issue resolution that helps sustain/improve quality results.

　　Executes change control systems to enable product quality improvement sustainment.

　　Documents processes and executes audits to ensure site improves performance through adherance to controlled documentation procedures.

　　Collaborates with network resources in development of standardization plan and influences site’s leadership around executional needs.

　　Manages Tier 3 documentation effort for the site & influences network effort on Tier 1 and 2 documents.

　　Collaborates with site leadership to ensure Quality needs are fully understood and prioritized.

　　Ensures quality-related decisions meet consumer and custmer needs.

　　Ensures product stability testing program is effectively being executed across the site.

　　Leads execution of systems that ensure Quality KPIs/scorecard metrics are met.

　　Understands all CI activity that target quality improvements.

　　BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

　　BS Engineering or equivalent experience

　　Six Sigma Knowledge

　　5+ years of experience in areas of manufacturing and quality assurance

　　Leadership & management skills

　　Strong collaboration & follow-up skills

　　Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization

　　Ability to design and improve work systems

　　Basic computer skills with ability to learn shared software

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　MS or MBA in engineering

　　Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)/Lean Methodology

　　ISO program

　　ISO auditing

　　Jaspersoft & Excel expertise

　　Microsoft Project expertise

　　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 Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (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.

　　Nearest Major Market: Cleveland

　　Nearest Secondary Market: Youngstown

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