Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd shift - National Vision

At National Vision, Inc. (NVI), we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

NVI is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,100 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Optical inside Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases.  We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

Right now we're looking for a Manufacturing Supervisors to join our growing team in Lawrenceville, GA.

The hours for the role are: Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday 4:00 pm to 4:30 am. 

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for supervising the daily functions of the production departments including meeting production goals, hiring and developing staff, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for associates.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Supervises the production in the various departments.
• Tracks hourly production numbers at each work station.
• Communicates with maintenance department to ensure all equipment is running properly.
• Using late lists, tracks down old trays and expedites them through the lab.
• Reduces breakage by reviewing broken items and implementing plans to ensure issues do not reoccur.
• Reviews final inspection rejects.
• Identifies fixable trends regarding product failing final inspection; recommends and implements solutions.
• Sends “reworks” to appropriate person and uses them as a training tool to ensure they don’t reoccur.
• Works with other department supervisors to resolve interdepartmental issues.
• Submits daily reports on department progress.
• Schedules all work and vacation time for Bench associates.
• Maintains performance records for Bench associates.
• Reviews associate performance through HR’s performance management system.
• Assists Production Manager with interviewing and selecting associates for manufacturing departments.
• Oversees training by department Leads.
• Cross trains associates to effectively perform at multiple stations within the department.
• Updates and implements department Policies and Procedures; enforces all Company Policies and Procedures.

Are you the right fit? – The Suitable Talent

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associated degree or higher preferred.
• 5-7 of experience in manufacturing production preferred.
• 5 years previous supervisory experience required.
• Must be able to read or write English.
• Beginner to Intermediate knowledge of MS Office including word and excel.
• Sustained light (20lbs or less) physical effort required.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out and create detailed written or oral instructions.

Taking care of our people!

We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all Associates – including an annual bonus plan! We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs, access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.

Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.