Production Coordinator- Day Shift

Corning•Newton, NC

126d•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, with technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible. Our Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions. This segment is divided into carrier network and enterprise network product groups, serving a broad range of communication needs. The Production Coordinator will assist in troubleshooting flow and legacy ribbon lines to increase uptime and improve changeover efficiencies. This role involves working closely with engineering to implement changes, coordinating production schedules, and providing front-line leadership to production personnel. The coordinator will coach and assist floor personnel in resolving daily issues, observing behaviors, and reporting any code of conduct violations.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to direct cable production processes in accordance with SOP’s and M.I.’s.
Ability to communicate to production personnel, the processes and procedures necessary to ensure the product and the quality of fiber optic cable.
Knowledge of cable processing, manufacturing equipment and raw materials used throughout plant, more specifically in Ribbon.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
High School graduate with supplementary education in areas of Human Relations and supervisory responsibilities preferred but not essential if augmented by extensive in-service experience.
Strong work ethic
Demonstrated motivation and initiative
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
Dependability as reflected in attendance records
Certified and experienced Manufacturing Associate
Strong interpersonal skills
Sound technical knowledge
Proven problem-solving skills
Broad understanding of Plant Operations
Holds multiple certifications (when opportunity is available)
Computer skills
5 yrs. of service and/or experience

Nice To Haves

supplementary education in areas of Human Relations and supervisory responsibilities preferred but not essential if augmented by extensive in-service experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in troubleshooting the flow and legacy ribbon lines increasing uptime and overall change over efficiencies
Work closely with engineering to help implement any changes that need to be made and applied under the engineering teams guidance.
Assist the production Team Leader in daily communication, to coordinate production schedules, assignments and direction of production personnel to expedite the flow of product through the plant in the most efficient manner.
Be the front-line leadership of the area/department by coaching and assisting floor personnel to resolve daily issues while always observing personnel behaviors and reporting all code of conduct violations to a supervisor immediately.
Review production needs and schedule objectives with Team Leader, communicating them to plant floor personnel through oral or written communication.
Conduct thorough shift handoffs and maintain shift handoff log daily.
Identify and isolate the source of problems whenever possible, taking corrective action with the direction of the production supervisor.
Maintain close interface with cable support groups.
Monitor quality of product being produced.
Escalate recurring issues to a supervisor and/or Maintenance for resolutions or deviations in the shift handoff.
Ensure and validate product is flowing through the process in the correct order/sequence to maintain on-time schedule performance.
Coach floor personnel on run sequence and report any violations of the run sequence to a supervisor.
Monitors skill levels of personnel suggest training classes/certifications and ensures operators have adequate skills to perform their responsibilities.
Communicate any gaps in training or certification outside of the normal training plan to the Team Leader.
In the absence of the supervisor and with the assistance of available Manufacturing, resources are responsible for coordinating and directing the cable production operation including normal production supervisor responsibilities excluding disciplinary action or reprimands.
If disciplinary actions or other major problem conditions arise, the supervisor or other designated management representative is to be contacted immediately.
Maintain safety and good housekeeping by being directly responsible for performing work in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment.
Responsible for his/her safety as well as that of others that may be at the facility, whether working or visiting.
Responsible for observing safe work practices and being proactive for reporting any unsafe conditions.
Perform as assigned or as outlined in Production Coordinator Expectations.
Recognize team work and high performance in the department, communicate to supervisor.
Maintain success as measured by shift goal numbers.
Report excessive downtime to a Supervisor within 30 minutes of the line/equipment being down beyond the scheduled/allotted time.
Highlight and communicate personnel gaps and overages to a Supervisor and team PCs.
Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings required by plant management, including the daily PC/TL meeting.