Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Title

Optical Assembly Manager

Department

Assembly

Reports to

Director of Operations

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RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs. See below one of many career opportunities to join to RPO team!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned and driven Production Manager to lead our Optical Assembly operations and support broader manufacturing initiatives across the company. This role demands a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, optimizing production workflows, and delivering exceptional results. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for aligning daily operations with strategic business goals, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. You’ll play a critical role in shaping our production capabilities, driving operational excellence, and supporting long-term growth.

You Will:

• Lead daily operations of the Optical Assembly department, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality products on time and within budget.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions to meet delivery, cost, and quality targets.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and showcase-ready production environment for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute long-term manufacturing strategies that align with company goals.
• Champion a culture of safety, equity, and continuous improvement across all production areas.
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities through customer alignment, market analysis, and technology trends.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, calibration schedules, and capital investment planning.
• Ensure optimal utilization of space, utilities, and resources in collaboration with Facilities and Finance teams.
• Recruit, train, and retain top-tier assembly and test personnel.
• Foster a high-performance culture through clear expectations, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Optics, Manufacturing, or a related technical field (master’s preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment, ideally with a focus on optical assembly and test.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, driving accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex production workflows, balancing quality, cost, and delivery in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with capacity planning, resource allocation, and capital investment strategy.
• Skilled in data-driven decision-making, using metrics to guide performance and identify opportunities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence at all levels.
• Adept at navigating change, solving problems under pressure, and adapting to evolving customer and market demands.
• Commitment to building a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture.

You are:

• Results-Oriented: Motivated, hard-working and ready to level-up
• Curious: You never stop learning and have an insatiable desire to gain new skills and knowledge
• Process Oriented: Well organized, demonstrating attention to detail
• Analytical: Possess an “If there’s a problem, I’ll find a solution” attitude
• Accountable: Demanding the highest quality from yourself and team members
• Detail-Oriented: Have excellent time management and organizational skills
• A Team Player: Reliable, collaborative, flexible with a positive ‘get things done’ attitude
• A U.S. Person: Compliant with ITAR, EAR and other laws and regulations as defined: “U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.”

You Will Enjoy:

• Growth: The opportunity to learn and advance your career, internal training and advancement opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Wealth: Competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance, a 401(k) with company match, company contributions to medical savings plans.
• Wellness: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance. Company provided Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.
• Balance: 11 paid holidays, generous paid vacation and sick time
• Culture: An energetic, value-driven team where you will experience the reward of meaningful work!

Environment & Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel: and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch: and talk and hear.
• The job may involve prolonged periods of sitting/standing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May involve prolonged periods of magnified inspection (eye strain).
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.
• The employee is frequently required to use the computer.
• May involve the use of oils and solvents.
• Subject to some soilage and irritation from cleaning solutions. (Lab Coats provided)
• Generally, works in a clean environment and works to maintain the environment as such.
• Safety Glasses are required and may require area specific safety training.
• This position works in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne paper particles.

May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shifts from one station to another, during the production process.

Disclaimer:

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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