Manufacturing Supervisor, Rotation Leader
About The Position
Corning's Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world. This role is for a Manufacturing Supervisor, also referred to as a Rotation Leader. Most engineering graduates start their careers behind a screen, but Manufacturing Supervisors at Corning begin by leading a team of 50–75 skilled operators and technicians. They partner daily with engineering, quality, and plant leadership to ensure one of the world's largest and most advanced ceramics manufacturing operations runs at peak performance. This role requires curiosity, a willingness to learn, and the drive to lead people through real-world problem-solving, with the company providing the necessary training and support. A Manufacturing Supervisor role is described as one of the most powerful early-career experiences Corning offers, providing a foundation that opens doors to various areas within the company such as Process & Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement / Six Sigma Leadership, Operations & Plant Management, Technology Transfer & New Product Introduction, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain Leadership, and the Senior Leadership Pipeline. The role allows candidates to build process expertise and people leadership skills simultaneously, a combination that is rare and highly valued.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any engineering discipline (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Materials, Manufacturing, Electrical, etc.)
- Genuine interest in manufacturing, operations, and people leadership
- Willingness to learn quickly, ask questions, and apply solutions
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
- Comfort making decisions in dynamic, real-time environments
Nice To Haves
- Engineering internships, co-ops, or undergraduate research
- Leadership experience in any form — Teaching Assistant, sports team captain, senior design / capstone project lead, student org officer, ROTC, resident advisor, part-time supervisory roles
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement concepts
- Process-improvement mindset — you naturally look for "how can this be better?"
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of 50–75 operators and technicians during your shift, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are met
- Operate independently — make real-time decisions on staffing, line issues, and priorities, escalating when needed
- Partner with engineering, quality, planning, and plant leadership to solve problems and improve operations
- Track and report manufacturing metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement
- Coach, develop, and recognize your team — your success is measured by theirs
- Manage day-to-day operations including task assignments, work checks, timecards, and payroll
- Deepen your process expertise by working hand-in-hand with engineers on technology hand-offs, troubleshooting, and improvement projects
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
- Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness programs
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
