Transitions Optical
Doug Jones is a seasoned professional with over 13 years of experience at Transitions Optical, where roles have included Global Technoplan and Strategic Studies Manager, Platform Development Manager - Global Engineering, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Manager, Senior Equipment Engineer, and Production Engineer. In these positions, Doug has successfully led projects for the development of new equipment and processes in photochromic and ophthalmic lens production, managed engineering teams, interacted with global stakeholders, and driven cost-reduction initiatives. Prior experience as a Mechanical Engineer at Townley Engineering & Manufacturing Co. involved providing technical sales support and designing specialized mining components. Doug holds a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and dual Bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Florida.
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Transitions Optical
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At Transitions Optical we help people live more vibrant lives by enhancing their vision and the way they perceive light. We were the first to successfully commercialise a plastic photochromic lens in 1990 and our talented people continue to make significant advances in colour science and lens materials, creating a better photochromic experience that’s available to more people. Through our partnerships with optical industry leaders, we offer adaptive solutions in the widest selection of designs and materials, covering hundreds of lens combinations. Our industry leading eyeglass brands are well known; Transitions® Signature®, Transitions® Vantage® and Transitions® XTRActive®. And we don’t stop there; we also make adaptive sunwear and motorcycle helmet shields. Transitions Optical is part of the Essilor Group.