Requisition Number: 75811
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 PurposeTeam Leader Supervisor - Night ShiftSchedule 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM | 2-2-3 rotationWe are looking for a strong people leader to join our team as a
Team Leader Supervisor in a fast-paced manufacturing and/or warehouse environment. In this role, you will lead daily operations with a focus on
safety, production performance, team development, quality, and continuous improvement. You will supervise a large hourly workforce, guide front-line coordinators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help deliver outstanding operational results.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, improving processes, and making a direct impact on day-to-day operations.
What You'll Do: - Champion a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are followed at all times
- Lead daily production activities, including staffing, scheduling, and work assignments
- Drive performance in quality, output, cost, and on-time delivery
- Hire, train, coach, and develop hourly associates and operations coordinators
- Address attendance, performance, and development needs in a clear and consistent manner
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, flow, and overall performance
- Maintain housekeeping, process discipline, and ISO-aligned procedural standards
- Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations teams to solve problems and support new products or processes
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing or technical experience
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or military technical role
- Proven ability to lead teams, coach employees, and drive accountability
- Working knowledge of production planning, staffing, and capacity management
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to support other shifts as business needs require
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or another technical field
- 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or similar certification
- Experience in union or non-union environments
- Experience leading continuous improvement efforts with measurable results
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $80,750.00 - $111,031.00 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.
