How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The Logistics Supervisor will be accountable for service, quality, cost management, and leadership of production functions within their lab. They receive assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals.  Typically works on several functions with at least 1 employee and is involved in hiring, termination, job duties and discipline of exempt and non-exempt employees according to policies and management guidelines.  Administers company policies that directly affect subordinate employees. Supervises lead lab technicians 

 

Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do:

Increase the profitability of the laboratory through safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives 

Develop and maintain a strong leadership team  

Strengthen and maintain the company’s image and reputation – drive company initiatives 

Monitor and improve on industry trends related to lab operations  

Uphold safety standards as defined by the company, local, state and federal guidelines to ensure a safe working environment 

Lead and support efforts related to the onsite safety committee 

Utilize a variety of tools to track, solve and maintain positive KPI’s (key performance indicators) 

Conduct activities designed to grow the core knowledge of associates working toward defect reduction 

Embrace outside assistance from subject matter experts as needed 

Drive and sustain process improvements 

Build a culture that recognizes that customers have alternative choices to our products and services 

Work directly with customers, sales, marketing and other departments to ensure our goals align 

Plan, direct and manage daily activities related to WIP (work in process) including appropriate staffing levels 

Monitor spending at the lab level and drive cost saving measures 

Focus operating efforts against measurable performance requirements and financial targets 

Monitor capacity requirements to achieve organizational goals 

Perform additional tasks as required 

Do you qualify?

2+ years' overall experience in ophthalmic, medical device, wholesale product, manufacturing or related filed required

Bachelor's degree in related field; or in lieu of degree 10 years' experience required Previous management experience required

LEAN, Six Sigma or ISO certification preferred Track record exceeding customer expectations Knowledge of routing/tracking work within a network

Managerial courage to accept constructive feedback and react appropriately Effective communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to develop line leaders to meet daily tasks through exceptional leadership and fostering a positive learning environment

Strong working application of Microsoft Office

Proven track record of rational/ analytical approach to complex problems Maintain true to documented processes for consistency

Previous experience successfully managing operation financial P&L's Ability to interpret and share data at various levels within the organization Provide accountability to achieving goals

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Ability to focus for long periods of time, visual acuity (natural or corrected) to 20/20 Have attention to detail and symmetry

Have solid dexterity and mechanical skills

Dependable, able to follow directions either written or verbal

Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner Professional demeanor

We have world class benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS:

Medical 

Vision 

Dental

401k Matching 

Employee Assistance Programs 

Vacation and sick pay  from your first day

ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer 

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Christina Choing

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).