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Corning Incorporated Production Supervisor - Team Leader in Durham, North Carolina

Production Supervisor - Team Leader

Date: May 15, 2024

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27712

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 63202

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Scope of Position: Manufacturing shift leader responsible for the direct supervision of all shift employees, performance of their assigned production crew, and meeting the associated departmental and team goals. Responsible for team, leader, and employee development. Lead the achievement of quality, safety, delivery, productivity & cost goals for the area and drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles.

THIS SCHEDULE IS ON THE NIGHT SHIFT FROM 5 PM TO 5 AM WORKING 2 DAYS, OFF 2 DAYS THEN WORKING 3 AND THIS ROTATES SO EVERY OTHER WEEKEND IS A 3 DAY WEEKEND

Day to Day Responsibilities :

  • Manage and own all aspects of manufacturing performance for assigned shift

  • Develop and execute strategies to continuously manufacturing performance in a safe and cost-effective manner

  • Establish area and individual objectives, monitor performance, and provide feedback and coaching to ensure objectives are met

  • Direct, mentor and develop manufacturing leads in achieving area and plant goals

  • Own and lead a robust daily management paradigm with embedded problem-solving to drive accountability and achievement of metrics

  • Collaborate with functional groups such as EHS, Product Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operational Excellence and direct the integration of these resource groups toward solving technical and other problems to achieving area performance goals

  • Lead projects, direct and facilitate problem-solving, and utilize lean manufacturing and digital tools to improve performance

  • Manage area budget to achieve forecasted spend

  • Manage area staffing to ensure achievement of area and plant objectives

  • Positively model and champion a results-oriented accountability culture

  • Create an environment that encourages and supports employee participation through involvement in problem-solving, decision-making, and implementing change

  • Maintain high employee morale in an environment of dynamic production load requirements and technological changes

  • Implement standards contained in company’s "Codes of Business Ethics & Conduct." Ensure that all employees reporting to this position are informed about the standards and related policies and enforce them within this supervised activity

  • Interface with lead management team in the development, implementation, and maintenance of plant policy

  • Must implement change in accordance with the needs of the business and the strategic plans of the organization

Requried Education/Skills:

  • BS or BA Degree (prefer technical field of study) OR one to three (1-3) years of management/technical experience in a high-volume manufacturing and/or molding environment OR equivalent military service and leadership experience

Desired Skills/Experience:

  • Prior manufacturing experience

  • Experience in team building and employee development

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Able to quickly make risk-based decisions and prioritizing work

  • Understanding of manufacturing support systems and software (ERP, MES, etc.)

  • High degree of computer literacy

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,166.00 - $108,854.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

  • Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

  • Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

  • Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

  • Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Durham

Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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