Team Leader

Requisition Number: 69042

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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

Supervisory responsibilities for cable operations and/or warehouse operations including supervisory responsibility for 30-70 hourly associates and 4-6 operations coordinators. This individual will function in either area (Ribbon Production or Cable Production), at any given time, in accordance with business needs. This position is a part of the TCP Leadership team and reports directly into Operations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring personal and others' safety at the facility by adhering to safe work practices and proactively reporting any unsafe conditions.
• Oversees activities in production and/or warehouse to achieve production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
• Prioritize production schedules based on product induction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply
• Adjust staffing and machine assignments to achieve optimal flow and efficiency
• Develops and manages training plans for operators and support staff, ensuring ongoing job-related education and recognizing high performance.
• Achieve and maintain world class housekeeping and product flow standards
• Manage employee time and attendance for timely and accurate payroll processing
• Lead teams to accomplish objectives such as quality improvements, operating expenses, inventory targets, production goals, equipment run time, and on-time shipments
• Understand cost drivers and manage to lowest cost / highest output impact decisions of team
• Lead projects that have either direct impact on hourly staffing levels or improvement of flow through the process area
• Support development Lean project teams that introduce new products or processes into the area
• Participate in the Team Leader Continuous Improvement Team to improve plant operations.
• Develop and document procedure revisions for assigned areas. Identify and improve inefficiencies.
• Implement procedures in all production functions to meet and maintain ISO standards
• Utilize capacity models to develop staffing and production plans
• Identify production bottlenecks and manage resources to exploit the bottleneck
• Investigate and implement assigned Corrective Actions
• Reduce process variation and improve production yield

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Arts OR 6+ Years in a Manufacturing environment
• Computer skills (Excel – basic formulas and Word)

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Engineering or technical degree
• 1-3 years' work experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2-3 years previous supervisory experience
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the plant organization
• Problem solving and root cause analysis skills

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,166.00 - $108,854.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.    
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .