Requisition Number: 75871
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.
Role Purpose
Corning Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Section Supervisor to lead front-line supervisors and hourly associates at our Newton, NC facility - with direct accountability for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and team morale. This is an opportunity to make a tangible operational impact through cross-functional partnerships with engineering, maintenance, planning, and the lean organization.
Key Responsibilities- Lead daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing performance; rapidly identify and resolve bottlenecks, manage staffing changes, and maintain optimal queue levels to meet on-time manufacturing (OTM) and on-time-to-promise (OTP) targets
- Manage department labor spend and staffing model strategically; apply overtime as needed, anticipate capacity-driven changes, and drive efficiency through cross-training initiatives
- Partner with planning and scheduling to execute the production plan across changeovers, equipment upgrades, engineering experiments, and new product introductions (NPI); lead operational readiness for major equipment upgrades
- Collaborate with the lean organization to drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements through setup time reduction and unplanned downtime elimination
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of salaried supervisors and hourly associates; hold individuals accountable to safety and quality scorecards and ensure active development plans are in place for all salaried employees
Required Qualifications- Bachelor of Science degree in a technical or business discipline
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience with a demonstrated record of leadership progression
- Direct people management experience with both salaried and hourly (non-exempt) teams, including demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, coaching, active listening, and team development
- Proven ability to drive results through manufacturing performance metrics across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to operational disruptions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Desired Qualifications- MBA or advanced technical graduate degree
- Six Sigma Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC) Green Belt and/or demonstrated Lean manufacturing capabilities
- Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver operational improvement initiatives or cost reduction programs
- Background supporting or leading new product introduction (NPI) projects from concept through manufacturing launch
- Experience building and executing a talent management strategy, including programs to attract, develop, and retain key manufacturing talent
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $98,662.00 - $135,660.00 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.
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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- 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.
