Production Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Durham, North Carolina, United States Corning Incorporated Full time

Requisition Number: 71375

**The company built on breakthroughs.

Join us.**
Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

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.

Role Purpose
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.

Key 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.
  • Supports production activities as required.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor's Degree (prefer technical field of study)
  • 3 years minimum of management/technical experience in a high-volume manufacturing and/or molding environment OR, equivalent military service and leadership experience.
  • Must be willing to work 12-hour night shift on 2-2-3 schedule (includes weekends & Holidays).

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • 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, $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.

A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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 .



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