Glassmaking Manufacturing Excellence Team Supervisor
About The Position
Corning is seeking a Glassmaking Met Supervisor to lead a team of technical contributors in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role focuses on equipment reliability, process improvement, production performance, safety, and cross-functional partnership in a complex glass production operation. The role also supports equipment utilization and deployment of new processes and equipment. Corning’s Optical Communications segment provides optical solutions for the communications industry, including carrier and enterprise network products. This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- At least 3 years of relevant manufacturing or industrial experience.
- Experience leading or supervising technical teams in a production or industrial environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues using data analysis, control charts, and process feedback.
- Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation on a rotating on-call schedule.
- Ability to work in a variable-temperature manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and use mechanical tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in glassmaking or a similar continuous or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Project management experience, including planning tasks, tools, and resources for complex technical work.
- Familiarity with department-level budget management for repair, maintenance, and capital equipment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop technical contributors focused on troubleshooting and improving equipment and process performance.
- Maintain equipment operability and prioritize production schedules in line with quality, cost, and efficiency objectives.
- Use data-driven analysis, including control charts, process feedback, and attribute management, to identify and resolve production and equipment issues proactively.
- Manage department budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities in repair, maintenance, supplies, and equipment.
- Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and other teams to support equipment utilization and deployment of new processes and equipment.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- 401(k) matching contributions; combined retirement contributions can reach 7% to 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family-building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition program that celebrates successes and rewards exceptional contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
