Requisition Number: 78792
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 seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing section in Hickory, NC. You will direct front-line supervisors and hourly employees to deliver results in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. This role requires 40+ hours per week, with regular off-shift, weekend, or on-call support, and minimal travel.
Key Responsibilities- Lead an assigned manufacturing section, directing front-line supervisors and hourly employees to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives
- Execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans and customer commitments; deploy staffing and equipment, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions
- Maintain a safe, compliant work environment; lead or support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Coach and develop supervisors and employees through performance management, onboarding, cross-training, and workforce planning, partnering with Human Resources on employee relations matters
- Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Lean resources to improve flow, reliability, quality, and cost, including operations projects and new equipment transfers
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field, or equivalent job-related experience
- 3+ years of manufacturing or operations experience
- Demonstrated people leadership and production-management experience
Desired Qualifications- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
- Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing teams
- Experience with budgeting, workforce planning, and quality systems
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.
