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Mix Lab Manager

Transitions Optical (Thailand)
Transitions Optical (Thailand) (Chon Buri)
Chonburi, Thailand 🇹🇭
Transitions Optical (Thailand)
Transitions Optical was founded more than 30 years ago in Florida, USA. Transitions Optical was the first company to commercialize and manufacture plastic photochromic lenses. The company has been driven by an innovative spirit and a commitment to partnership. Transitions Optical became As the leading provider of photochromics to optical manufacturers, Transitions Optical offers state-of-the-art light management technology in virtually every major lens design and material encompassing a family of everyday adaptive lenses and performance sun lenses.

About this position

The Mix Lab Manager at Transitions Optical will oversee the mixing laboratory, focusing on the formulation, mixing, qualification, and supply of high-quality photochromic and Europa solutions, while ensuring alignment with customer expectations and strategic business goals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for TOTL Mixing laboratory including: formulation, mixing, qualification and supply of high quality photochromic (PC & PU) & Europa solutions.
• Support the strategic road map for delivering high quality photochromic & Europa solutions to the business in line with internal/external customer expectations.
• Drive a focus on maintaining state of the art knowledge, supporting launch of new products, supply of dyes for new technology (i.e.: Lab-in-Lab) and keeping operating cost and inventory under control.
• Manage the receipt & scheduling of orders to effectively plan the mixing, bottling & shipping functions to satisfy the internal customers’ requirements (manufacturing sites & R&D team).
• Ensure that the products are properly delivered while working with global supply chain as well as customers.
• Update and sustain legal aspects (such as business license, customs, and other declarations) in TOTL.
• Implement proper operations including process control, KPI’s in respect of ISO standards for Quality, Safety and environment.
• Ensure that there is sufficient capital investment to manage the capacity of the TOTL Mixing plant in line with growth projections.
• Ensure that the supply of PC, PU & Europa solutions is guaranteed on strategic initiatives (i.e. Lab-in-Lab etc.).
• Partner with the Product Leadership, Materials Review Team (MRT) & Global Mix Lab in reviewing all specifications including tolerances for the relevant parameters.
• Be involved in new product and material replacement introductions to facilitate an effective industrialization process to the plants.

Requirements

• Strong background in chemical engineering or related field.
• Experience in laboratory management and operations.
• Knowledge of photochromic materials and processes.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality control processes.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.