Quality Engineering Supervisor

Requisition Number: 77021

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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.  ​  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.  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 We are seeking a strong and experienced Quality Leader to lead a team responsible for sustaining and continuously improving the overall Quality Management System at our Trivium facility. In this role, you will ensure our customers’ Critical to Quality requirements are consistently met by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including Process Engineering, Technology, and Product Line Management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex quality challenges, and is passionate about developing people and systems.

Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive leadership in problem solving, issue resolution, and follow-through on quality-related issues impacting manufacturing

Coach, mentor, and oversee team members in their daily responsibilities and longer-term objectives

Identify development opportunities for team members and support execution of their growth plans

Partner with Technology and Engineering on product enhancements, new product designs, and product transfers to ensure customer specifications and expectations can be metLead the team in understanding both internal and external customer needs, ensuring expectations are consistently achieved through monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and continuously improving plant quality systems

Execute and implement the Product Quality Architecture strategy

Engage with various levels of leadership regarding quality performance, quality-related issues, and structured problem solving

Lead efforts to reduce customer returns and notifications by driving rigorous corrective action methodologies

Ensure the plant maintains a robust Quality Management System aligned with company standards and TL9000 requirements

Oversee key departmental quality functions such as:

Incoming inspection of raw materials

Calibration systems

Optical test equipment support

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or other relevant technical discipline5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or military experience in a technical leadership role Demonstrated track record of delivering results

Broad experience across manufacturing and engineering functions

Experience leading projects from scope definition through…