Night Shift Manufacturing Team Lead

Corning•Newton, NC

1d•$88,942 - $122,295•Onsite

About The Position

Corning Incorporated is seeking an Operations Team Leader to join our Newton, NC cable manufacturing facility. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee night-shift operations across key cable production processes — leading a team of 30–40 hourly associates and 2–3 Operations Coordinators with a focus on safety, performance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science with 1 – 3 years in a manufacturing environment OR 3 -5 years work experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated capacity to take initiative, provide direction, and drive successful outcomes in collaborative environments
Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and drive problem resolution in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with evolving priorities and changing business needs

Nice To Haves

Engineering, Technology, Business or Physical sciences centered-degree
2-3 years previous supervisory experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of a plant organization, from frontline employees to senior leadership

Responsibilities

Own shift safety — ensure PPE compliance, enforce documented procedures, and proactively identify and resolve unsafe conditions for all employees on your team
Drive production performance by managing schedules, staffing, and equipment assignments to optimize product flow, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency
Develop and coach your team through structured training plans, performance accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement — including kaizen participation and lean project support
Maintain world-class housekeeping and 5S standards; ensure ISO compliance across all production functions in your assigned area
Lead continuous improvement initiatives including bottleneck identification, yield improvement, corrective action implementation, and new product or process introductions
Understand key cost drivers and make informed decisions that balance lowest cost with highest output — including overtime management and labor/staffing optimization