Cleaning and Packaging Team Leader

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Requisition Number: 78020

The company built on breakthroughs.

Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations– not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

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-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Corning is looking for a Cleaning and Packaging Team Leader in Hemlock, MI to provide front-line leadership for shift operations across cleaning and packaging production. This role is responsible for directing production teams, managing resources, and building the culture of process discipline and continuous improvement that drives consistent results across safety, quality, and throughput goals.

• Lead shift operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and environmental goals; manage people, materials, and equipment to optimize throughput
• Balance production activities with validation runs, equipment upgrades, process improvements, and maintenance to meet plant objectives
• Build and sustain a culture of process discipline, safety, and continuous improvement across the cleaning and packaging team
• Develop and execute staffing, onboarding, and training plans to build a flexible, high-performing production workforce
• Track and report production metrics; conduct performance reviews and deliver timely feedback and recognition

• Ability to work a 2-3-2 rotating schedule, transitioning from days to nights and from nights to days every two weeks.
• Willingness to work flexible hours to meet business needs, including weekend and evening support, as well as occasional coverage for 12-hour rotating shift supervisor assignments.

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing and/or engineering.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional, academic, or community setting.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills and presentation skills.
• Experience coordinating activities across functional areas and partnering with support groups to deliver results.
• Ability to effectively coach, mentor, and lead subordinates, providing clear direction and establishing expectations.

• Experience with early-stage manufacturing and new product delivery.
• FDA regulations and cGMP.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $74,120.00 - $ 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.

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