GLID Coating Technologies Director

Dallas, TX, US, 75234

Requisition ID: 861222 
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 Coating Technologies Director leads the Group Lens Innovation Deployment (GLID) Coating Technologies team in the North America and South America zone. The goal of the team is to define and maintain process standards to improve Operations performance, develop and deploy technical new products, and deploy new sustainability standards (energy, water, waste reduction and new chemistry/consumables to meet regulations).

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• MANAGE

- Define and maintain process standards to improve Operations performance, develop and deploy technical new products, and deploy new sustainability standards (energy, water, waste reduction and new chemistry/consumables to meet regulations).

-- Manage zone projects and/or work closely with zone/DPI project managers for global key initiatives/large-scale programs.

- Coordinate the management of change w/ the GLI teams in France and Asia systems and GLI standards in link with the WW Centers of Excellence (formerly known as the Techno Clubs).

- Provide guidance on working within the organization.

- Remove impediments to individual progress.

- Assist team in developing SMART goals.

- Actively support career management activities for each team member

- Help develop and support individual development plans for each team member.

• TECHNICAL LEADER

- Provide effective technical guidance.

- Actively participate in project and programs, support activities as needed.

• INFLUENCE DEPARTMENT GOALS

- Propose and champion new ideas for products, processes, organizational functioning, equipment and studies.

• SET TEAM GOALS

- Utilize input from global GLI Light Management & Coating Technologies groups to develop local team goals.

- Champion local initiatives and requests to integrate into the global direction.

• INTEGRATE GOALS

- Actively consider overall GLI and EssilorLuxottica goals and objectives in local goal development.

• BUDGET

- Support local budget activities including drafting annual opex and capex budgets. Track and manage spending to budget on a monthly basis.

• COMMUNICATE

- Communicate broadly on relevant topics and information.

- Communicate team activities, progress, future plans and results to the rest of the organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience:

– Minimum Bachelor Degree in a technical field (chemistry, physics, various engineering disciplines etc.).

– At least 7 years of technical or Project management experience

– Optical Lab knowledge preferred with a strong focus on Coating Technology activities.

• Language Ability:

– Excellent verbal and written communication

– Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team and multicultural environment.

• Interpersonal Skills:

– Ability to work with all members of working groups, skill levels and expertise

– A high level of demonstrated technical proficiency and aptitude (ie: problem solving skills, scientific methodology, statistical analysis, etc.).

– Ability to work independently and as a team member to accomplish objectives

• Reasoning Ability:

– Ability to multi-task and prioritize

– Demonstrated sound judgment and decision making skills

– Flexibility in work assignments to accommodate group and individual goals

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

M.S. Engineering

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 HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 
  
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.