Requisition Number: 77737
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
OverviewCorning is a global leader in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics - and our optical fiber manufacturing operations are at the heart of the connected world. As a Fibermaking Operations Section Supervisor, you will lead a 24/7 manufacturing operation producing Single Mode Optical Fiber and waveguide products, building high-performing teams and driving the safe, reliable, and cost-effective execution that keeps our production running at its best.
Key Responsibilities- Lead a 24/7 manufacturing operation across shifts - ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective production of Single Mode Optical Fiber and waveguide products.
- Coach and develop a team of Shift Supervisors and Production Associates to build accountability, strengthen organizational capability, and sustain high performance.
- Set operational priorities and make real-time decisions to resolve production constraints, quality concerns, process issues, and equipment disruptions.
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Technical teams to support business priorities, planned and unplanned downtime, and preventative maintenance.
- Own the area's continuous improvement strategy - identifying and executing initiatives that drive measurable gains in safety, output, labor productivity, and operating cost.
Required Qualifications- BS or MS in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) preferred; OR current or projected enrollment in college-level coursework with 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
- 2+ years of direct people leadership in a manufacturing or operations environment
- Demonstrated ability to identify and execute improvements to key safety, quality, or production performance metrics
- Experience managing production in a 24/7 shift environment, including availability for off-hours support on a rotating schedule
Desired Qualifications- Engineering project management experience
- Experience leading large manufacturing organizations (100+ employees)
- Track record of developing high-performing teams in a production environment
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $106,400.00 - $146,300.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
