Entry Level Optical Manager Jobs
New grad optical manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on optical training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Manufacturing, with employers like Keysight Technologies and Molex hiring at this level now.
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In Fremont, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications.
We are looking for a Product Line Manager to help manage advanced optical modules for optical network monitoring to support DWDM systems. The Product Line Manager will lead the strategic direction, development, and commercialization of product lines within the Optical Solutions division.
This person will drive growth through portfolio strategy, new product development, and cross-functional alignment, while mentoring a high-performing team of product managers.
What You Will Do
- Strategic Product Planning: Lead long-term product planning to ensure alignment with market needs and group technology roadmaps. Develop competitive product line roadmaps and conduct ongoing competitive analysis to maintain product relevance and differentiation.
- Product Lifecycle Ownership: Manage assigned product lines across the full lifecycle-from concept through growth, maturity, and decline. Drive commercialization strategies and ensure consistent execution across the product management team.
- Manufacturing & Forecast Optimization: Oversee product forecasting and streamline manufacturing processes, proactively addressing component obsolescence, supply chain challenges, and cost-efficiency opportunities.
- Customer & Quality Collaboration: Partner with Application Support and Quality teams to resolve customer issues, improve service levels, and enhance product reliability.
- Profitability & ROI Enhancement
- Lead initiatives to improve profitability and return on investment through cost reduction, capacity planning, and quality improvement projects.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Align Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality teams on shared goals related to cost reduction, inventory management, and service-level performance. Represent the product line in quarterly business reviews and annual strategic planning cycles.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of product managers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through Principle Based Management.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelors degree in engineering, physics or related scientific field
- Technical experience in optical communication and optical networking technologies including modules, switches, system architectures
- Experience delivering high volume optical communication devices to customers in data center and/or telecommunication
- At least 2 years experienced in product management, field application engineering or technical customer facing role
- Demonstrated experience in supporting product development and portfolio management.
- Experienced in market analysis, technology trends, competitor mapping
- Proven experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
What will put your ahead
- Bilingual in Chinese/Mandarin
- At least 10 years of industry experience as a proven Product Line Manager
For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $250,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquà , or tu ).
In Fremont, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications.
We are looking for a Product Line Manager to help manage advanced optical modules for optical network monitoring to support DWDM systems. The Product Line Manager will lead the strategic direction, development, and commercialization of product lines within the Optical Solutions division.
This person will drive growth through portfolio strategy, new product development, and cross-functional alignment, while mentoring a high-performing team of product managers.
What You Will Do
- Strategic Product Planning: Lead long-term product planning to ensure alignment with market needs and group technology roadmaps. Develop competitive product line roadmaps and conduct ongoing competitive analysis to maintain product relevance and differentiation.
- Product Lifecycle Ownership: Manage assigned product lines across the full lifecycle-from concept through growth, maturity, and decline. Drive commercialization strategies and ensure consistent execution across the product management team.
- Manufacturing & Forecast Optimization: Oversee product forecasting and streamline manufacturing processes, proactively addressing component obsolescence, supply chain challenges, and cost-efficiency opportunities.
- Customer & Quality Collaboration: Partner with Application Support and Quality teams to resolve customer issues, improve service levels, and enhance product reliability.
- Profitability & ROI Enhancement
- Lead initiatives to improve profitability and return on investment through cost reduction, capacity planning, and quality improvement projects.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Align Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality teams on shared goals related to cost reduction, inventory management, and service-level performance. Represent the product line in quarterly business reviews and annual strategic planning cycles.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of product managers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through Principle Based Management.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelors degree in engineering, physics or related scientific field
- Technical experience in optical communication and optical networking technologies including modules, switches, system architectures
- Experience delivering high volume optical communication devices to customers in data center and/or telecommunication
- At least 2 years experienced in product management, field application engineering or technical customer facing role
- Demonstrated experience in supporting product development and portfolio management.
- Experienced in market analysis, technology trends, competitor mapping
- Proven experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
What will put your ahead
- Bilingual in Chinese/Mandarin
- At least 10 years of industry experience as a proven Product Line Manager
For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $250,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquà , or tu ).
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Entry Level Optical Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level optical manager job?
Start by gaining hands-on experience through optometry office internships, vision center assistant roles, or opticianry programs, since employers at this level value practical exposure over a lengthy work history. Highlight any customer service experience, knowledge of optical products, and familiarity with dispensing or frame selection. A demonstrated ability to lead or train peers, even informally, also gives entry level candidates a noticeable edge.
Which companies hire entry level optical managers?
Companies hiring entry level optical managers right now include Keysight Technologies and Molex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. National optical retail chains, independent optometry practices, and large-format vision centers within retail stores are among the most active employers welcoming candidates at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level optical manager jobs?
Yes, though most optical manager roles require an on-site presence due to the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level optical manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative, training coordination, or multi-location support functions rather than direct patient or customer-facing duties.
Are these new grad optical manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no prior management experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically requires zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, optician training, or a portfolio of coursework in its place. Look for language like 'will train' or 'entry level considered' as a signal the employer is open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level optical managers?
Entry Level optical manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume retail or clinical environments that need on-site supervisory coverage and regularly develop new managers from their existing entry level staff.