Machining Team Leader

Corning•Hemlock, MI

1d•$74,120 - $101,915•Onsite

About The Position

The Machining Team Leader provides frontline leadership for a machining manufacturing operation, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of daily production activities. This role is responsible for leading operators, coordinating resources, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development. 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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-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.

Requirements

2+ years of manufacturing or engineering experience.
Leadership experience (work, school, community)
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop employees while providing clear direction, establishing expectations, and driving accountability.
Demonstrated experience coordinating activities across multiple functions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve operational objectives.
High level of integrity, professionalism, personal accountability, and leadership presence.
Strong team-building skills with the ability to foster engagement, trust, and a positive work environment.
Commitment to operational excellence through process discipline, standardization, and adherence to established procedures.
Demonstrated learning agility with the ability to adapt to changing priorities, acquire new skills, and continuously grow.
Strong customer focus with the ability to align team performance and decision-making to meet customer and business needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in machining, precision manufacturing, semiconductor, advanced materials, or other high-tech manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting new product introduction, startup operations, or early-stage manufacturing.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, problem solving, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with CNC machining operations, process controls, quality systems, and production metrics.
Experience working in highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Builds trust and credibility through actions and results.
Creates an inclusive, respectful, and engaged team culture.
Effectively manages conflict and drives accountability.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Leads by example and willingly supports the team in achieving critical business objectives.
Develops talent and creates opportunities for employee growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

Lead daily machining operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
Provide clear direction, coaching, and support to production employees to ensure successful execution of production plans.
Manage personnel, materials, equipment, and production priorities to optimize throughput and product quality.
Coordinate production activities with maintenance, engineering, quality, and other support functions.
Balance production requirements with equipment maintenance, process improvements, validation activities, and capital projects.
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment through active engagement, hazard identification, and proactive risk mitigation.
Foster a culture of operational discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Monitor, analyze, and communicate key production metrics, identifying opportunities for improved performance.
Develop workforce capability through effective onboarding, training, cross-training, and employee development initiatives.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide timely coaching, feedback, and recognition.
Support problem-solving activities, root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
Build strong working relationships with employees and cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
Drive workforce flexibility and establish staffing plans that support evolving production needs.