Job Information
Corning Incorporated Team Leader in Hickory, North Carolina
Team Leader
Date: Mar 21, 2025
Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 67683
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.
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Operations Supervisor with a passion for leadership and excellence. The ideal candidate will have supervisory responsibility for 30-70 hourly associates and 4-6 operations coordinators in either our Ribbon or Flame Retardant production areas, depending on business needs. As a vital member of the HCF Leadership Team, this position reports directly to Operations and offers a clear path for career progression in Facilities, Engineering, Supply Chain, Technology, or Division Engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure a safe work environment and proactively address unsafe conditions.
Lead production and/or warehouse activities to exceed goals for safety, quality, and cost.
Develop and coach team members, fostering accountability and rewarding high performance.
Encourage open communication and engage employees as business partners.
Optimize production schedules, equipment efficiency, and staffing for seamless operations.
Maintain world-class standards for housekeeping and product flow.
Oversee accurate payroll processing for employees' time and attendance.
Lead and participate in initiatives to achieve organizational objectives in quality, costs, inventory, production, and more.
Drive continuous improvement through Lean projects, capacity planning, and procedural enhancements.
Implement ISO-compliant procedures and correct inefficiencies to boost production yield.
Projects:
Manage and lead projects that optimize staffing levels and production flow.
Support the introduction of significant new products or processes.
Identify bottlenecks, reduce process variations, and enhance production efficiency.
Hours of work/work schedule: Shift C/D N ights
Qualifications: Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or Technical Field.
Preferred:
MBA
1-3 years of manufacturing experience.
2-3 years of supervisory experience.
JMO
Strong communication, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
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: Hickory