Process Engineering Supervisor

Corning•Hickory, NC

9d•$126,061 - $173,334•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for its innovation. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions. This role is within the Optical Communications segment, which is divided into carrier network and enterprise network product groups. The role purpose is to lead a diverse team of Engineers and Technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focusing on product quality, safety, new technology deployment, manufacturing capacity, and cost reduction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 3+ years manufacturing engineering experience
Experience guiding and influencing others. This can be direct supervision or indirect situations.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, effectively conveying ideas and fostering collaboration across teams.
Exhibit strong leadership abilities, inspiring and influencing others to achieve shared goals while promoting a culture of accountability.
Leverage exceptional organizational skills to manage priorities, streamline workflows, and drive efficient project execution.
Thrive in high-pressure environments with a positive attitude, responding constructively to feedback and maintaining focus on results.
Bring a forward-thinking mindset, coupled with a high level of motivation, customer focus, and commitment to excellence.
Act with integrity and authenticity, building trust and fostering strong relationships within the organization.
Utilize fundamental problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to break down complex processes into actionable steps and address root causes.
Develop and execute detailed project plans to ensure successful delivery of objectives.
Consistently deliver high-quality results by thoroughly carrying out assignments to completion with attention to detail.
Work effectively in team-based environments, demonstrating the ability to complete project assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to collect and analyze data to drive rational decision making.

Nice To Haves

Entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to turn concepts into successful outcomes.
Visionary thinker with a talent for seeing the big picture and inspiring others.
Proven ability to deliver impactful results through effective project management and organizational leadership, driving success across initiatives.
Demonstrated track record of achieving performance excellence while fostering people development and growth.
Established history of engineering and technical accomplishments, showcasing expertise and innovation in solving complex challenges.
Six Sigma/DMAIC Green belt or Black belt certification

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership, clear direction, and thoughtful mentorship to the Engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Champion the application of core engineering principles and best practices to ensure operational excellence and technical rigor.
Lead the development and management of capital forecasts for projects, including capacity expansion, technological upgrades, and obsolescence mitigation, while simultaneously driving cost-reduction initiatives to maximize efficiency and return on investment.
Oversee the Ribbon engineering team, ensuring the successful and timely execution of projects, deliverables, and performance metrics aligned with business objectives.
Collaborate closely with Technology, Division Engineering, Operations and Maintenance teams to align on shared goals and ensure seamless coordination of timelines and deliverables.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by spearheading cost-reduction initiatives and promoting the adoption of best practices across the organization.
Take ownership of critical business projects, providing hands-on leadership and oversight to ensure successful outcomes that meet organizational priorities.
Offer mentorship and guidance to individuals both within and beyond the team, fostering professional growth, knowledge sharing, and a strong sense of collaboration across the organization.