manager -production manager

PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.

PDS Optical is looking for a Production Manager to join our dedicated team at our Optical Lab If you have a keen eye for detail, a commitment to quality, and the skills to motivate others, we want to hear from you.

The Production Manager is responsible for management and leadership for all employees within the department on all shifts. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations.

This is a full-time position with normal days being Monday through Friday. The schedule may vary slightly but the employee must be available during the "core" hours of the shift. Hours will be discussed during the interview.

Must have at least one year of optical experience and 3 years of leadership experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must have good computer skills and working knowledge of standard computer equipment.

Salary will be based on relevant experience.

We offer excellent benefits including 85% paid Medical Insurance, free Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Free Life Insurance, 401k with company match, 8 Paid Holidays, and much more

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must have leadership qualities in order to directly manage employees within your department.
• Responsible for ensuring proper, efficient and consistent workflow throughout the department and editing through proper education and or follow up and training.
• Carries our management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws as well as setting a standard of conduct through examples and actions.
• Responsible for ensuring day-to-day department operation objectives as well as meeting goals in production and breakage areas.
• You will be responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; auditing performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, scheduling or approving paid time off as needed.
• Assign, monitor, and maintain employee tasks and production and report production daily on spreadsheet as well as to appropriate supervisors or managers.
• Monitor your employees' working hours, time off, and provide final approval for bi-weekly payroll.

Work Environment

This position is located in our Optical Laboratory and operates in a production/manufacturing setting. The temperature can sometimes be warm, and the noise level can be somewhat loud. This position requires supervising and working in close proximity to a diverse group of other co-workers.

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Affirmative Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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If you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk or call

Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.