Head of Eyewear Frame Manufacturing
LenskartJob Description
Head Eyewear Frame Manufacturing
Role Overview We are looking for a high-impact leader to build and scale Lenskart’s eyewear frames manufacturing capability from the ground up. This role will own the end-to-end setup and operations of a world-class manufacturing facility, setting new benchmarks across quality, efficiency, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
● Lead the end-to-end setup and commissioning of a new eyewear frames manufacturing plant—from concept and layout to full-scale production
● Define and execute the manufacturing strategy, ensuring best-in-class quality, scalability, and cost efficiency
● Drive technology transfer, automation, and lean manufacturing practices from day one
● Build and institutionalize end-to-end plant operations across production, planning, quality, maintenance, and EHS
● Partner with global design, product, and sourcing teams to ensure manufacturability, consistency, and speed to market
● Establish a high-performance leadership team and foster a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement
● Define and track key operational KPIs (throughput, yield, efficiency) to drive data-led decision-making
● Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Product, and Finance to align manufacturing capabilities with business goals What
We’re Looking For
● Proven experience in leading large-scale manufacturing operations in eyewear, precision plastics/metals, consumer durables, or automotive components
● Strong track record of setting up or scaling greenfield/brownfield facilities
● Deep understanding of eyewear frames manufacturing processes (injection molding, acetate machining, metal processing, finishing, assembly)
● Expertise in lean manufacturing, automation, and global quality systems (ISO, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.)
● Demonstrated ability to build and scale high-performance teams and operational excellence frameworks
● Strong leadership presence with the ability to operate in high-growth, ambiguous environments
Why This Role
● Own a mission-critical mandate central to Lenskart’s global growth journey
● Build one of the first fully integrated eyewear frames manufacturing ecosystems at scale
● Work at the intersection of design, technology, and manufacturing innovation
● Be part of one of Asia’s fastest-growing consumer brands, known for execution excellence and bold ambition
