Team Leader, Manufacturing ​/ Production

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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.

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

This is a unique opportunity to gain cross-functional exposure across all facets of engineering, plant operations, and leadership. You'll explore the inner workings of our large-scale plant and acquire invaluable experience managing a team. We're looking for someone ready to dive into the intricacies of how our plant is designed and operates.

• Collaboratively interact with engineering, quality, planning, plant leadership, and production/operations staff to meet production goals.
• Prioritize and execute production schedules based on product manufacturing, equipment efficiency, and material supply.
• Develop, implement, and sustain activities in the production area(s) to meet safety, quality, production, and cost objectives.
• Maintain manufacturing metrics tracking and reporting.
• Lead your team to achieve assignments using established goals, procedures, and policies.
• Manage a diverse group of skilled and semi-skilled employees, assigning tasks and checking work at frequent intervals.
• Oversee employee timecards and payroll.

• Day shift: 7 AM to 3 PM, followed by 1 day off
• Swing shift: 3 PM to 11 PM, followed by 2 consecutive days off
• Night shift: 11 PM to 7 AM, followed by 4 consecutive days off

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to learn quickly, seek guidance, and apply solutions to minimize issues.
• Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and partner to develop and integrate solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or STEM discipline
• 2+ years of manufacturing and/or leadership experience preferred.
• Process orientation with a knack for finding ways to improve existing operations.

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.

A job that shapes a life.

• 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,…