Optical Instrument Production Supervisor Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does an Optical Instrument Production Supervisor Do?
Optical instrument production supervisors coordinate, plan and direct the optical instrument production process. They make sure the optical glass is processed properly and optical equipment is assembled according to specifications. They manage labourers working on the production line, oversee the quality of the assembled goods, and perform cost and resource management.
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Optical Engineering
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Optical Instrument Production Supervisor
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialOptical Engineering knowledge
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
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EssentialSupply Chain Management knowledge
The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.
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EssentialOptics knowledge
The science that studies the elements and reaction of light.
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EssentialTypes Of Optical Instruments knowledge
Possess information on the types of optical instruments and lenses, such as microscopes and telescopes, as well as on their mechanics, components, and characteristics.
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EssentialOptical Manufacturing Process knowledge
The process and different stages of manufacturing an optical product, from design and prototyping to the preparation of optical components and lenses, the assembly of optical equipment, and the intermediate …
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EssentialQuality Standards knowledge
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
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EssentialOptical Components knowledge
The components and materials necessary for building optical instruments, such as lenses and frames.
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EssentialEvaluate Employees Work skill
Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques …
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EssentialFollow Production Schedule skill
Follow production schedule taking into account all requirements, times and needs. This schedule outlines what individual commodities must be produced in each time period and encapsulates various concerns like production, …
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EssentialInspect Quality Of Products skill
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
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EssentialKeep Records Of Work Progress skill
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
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EssentialMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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EssentialMeet Productivity Targets skill
Devise methods to determine improvement in productivity, adjusting the goals to be reached and the necessary time and resources.
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EssentialMonitor Machine Operations skill
Observe machine operations and evaluate product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
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EssentialMonitor Manufacturing Quality Standards skill
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EssentialMonitor Stock Level skill
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
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EssentialPerform Resource Planning skill
Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.
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EssentialPlan Shifts Of Employees skill
Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.
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EssentialRead Assembly Drawings skill
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a …
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EssentialRead Standard Blueprints skill
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
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EssentialSupervise Staff skill
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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EssentialSupervise Work skill
Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.
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EssentialTroubleshoot skill
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
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OptionalMicrooptics knowledge
Optical devices with a size of 1 millimeter or smaller, such as microlenses and micromirrors.
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OptionalElectrical Engineering knowledge
Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
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OptionalMechanical Engineering knowledge
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
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OptionalGlass Tempering knowledge
Technique of treating glass with high temperatures to increase its durability and safety.
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OptionalLoading Charts For Transportation Of Goods knowledge
Understand the information displayed in loading charts showing the weight of shipments loaded in trailers. Read loading charts for the transport of larger items, dangerous materials or shipments that need …
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OptionalPrecision Engineering knowledge
Engineering discipline related to the fields of electrical engineering, electronics engineering, software engineering, optical engineering, and mechanical engineering that deals with the development of apparatus with very low tolerances.
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OptionalCommunicate With Customers skill
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
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OptionalCut Glass skill
Use glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.
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OptionalLiaise With Engineers skill
Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.
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OptionalLiaise With Managers skill
Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.
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OptionalMaintain Optical Equipment skill
Diagnose and detect malfunctions in optical systems, such as lasers, microscopes, and oscilloscopes. Remove, replace, or repair these systems or system components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such …
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OptionalMaintain Safe Engineering Watches skill
Observe principles in keeping an engineering watch. Take over, accept and hand over a watch. Perform routine duties undertaken during a watch. Maintain the machinery space logs and the significance …
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OptionalManage Distribution Channels skill
Oversee distribution channels with regards to the requirements of customers.
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OptionalManipulate Glass skill
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of glass.
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OptionalOperate Optical Assembly Equipment skill
Set up and operate optical processing or assembly equipment, such as optical spectrum analysers, power saws, lasers, die bonders, soldering irons, and wire bonders.
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OptionalOversee Logistics Of Finished Products skill
Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.
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OptionalProvide Documentation skill
Prepare and distribute documentation to ensure all people involved in the production receive relevant and up-to-date information.
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OptionalRecruit Employees skill
Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.
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OptionalTest Optical Components skill
Test optical systems, products, and components with appropriate optical testing methods, such as axial ray testing and oblique ray testing.
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OptionalTrain Employees skill
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving …
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OptionalWear Cleanroom Suit skill
Wear garments appropriate for environments that require a high level of cleanliness to control the level of contamination.
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OptionalChair A Meeting skill
Chairing a meeting for a group of people, in order to formulate plans and decisions that are carried out by the company.
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OptionalGrind Glass skill
Grind and polish glass or lenses smooth through the application of a range of glass grinding techniques. Glass can be ground using hand tools or glass grinding machinery. Treat the …
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OptionalInspect Optical Supplies skill
Check optical materials for damage, such as scratches, before using the material.
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OptionalMount Optical Components On Frames skill
Mount optical components, such as lenses, and precision mechanical components, such as frames, into assemblies and adjust. Lenses are mechanically set into place using threaded retaining rings and the use …
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OptionalOrder Optical Supplies skill
Order optical equipment and materials, paying attention to the price, quality, and suitability of the supplies.
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OptionalProcess Incoming Optical Supplies skill
Receive incoming optical supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
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OptionalRepair Optical Equipment skill
Identify the problem of the optical instrument, check for deterioration, and replace deficient components.
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