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Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.\nWhether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.\nThe position provides leadership, guidance and supervision of respective unit. This position works closely with management to ensure quality products are safely and efficiently produced within scheduled time line. Although the location of the position is in Sterling VA, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.\nResponsible for frequent checks of product quality and resolves production and the resulting quality issues that may arise. • Develops and maintains methods and procedures to optimize manufacturing efficiencies and quality maximize labor utilization and reduce operating costs.\nEnsures production goals are met. • Assists in performing physical inventories in accordance with company procedures.\nDemonstrated success in developing others, building a successful team, facilitating change, aligning performance to company values.\nFosters continuous improvement and continuous improvement culture.\nComplies with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.\nCreate updates and presentations as needed for Sr. Management.\nManage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager. • Participate in interview.\nMonitor attendance, performance, training; complete performance assessments; make termination recommendations as necessary.\nManage department priorities.\nRequirements\nExperience:\nMinimum 5 years of experience in a similar and progressive position with supervisory experience.\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience.\nSpecialized Knowledge and Skills:\nStrong sense of ownership and work ethic, written and verbal communication skills.\nDemonstrated problem solving skills\nProficient computer skills\nStrong ability to work well in a group atmosphere and comply with high-quality standards.\nStrong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.\nThe estimated pay range for this role is $65,000 - $ 82,000 annually\nThorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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