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Date: Jul 23, 2026
Location: Newton, NC, US, 28658
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Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 75810
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.
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
Responsible for leading and managing a group of front-line supervisors and hourly associates within the Catawba Campus (HCP, NCP, TCP). This role will have direct responsibility for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and team morale. This position includes both direct and indirect reports along with cross-functional partnership with engineering and maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing performance by identifying bottlenecks, adapting to staffing changes, and maintaining efficient queue levels.
Manage department overtime and labor costs while balancing short-term needs with longer-term hiring decisions.
Maintain the staffing model by addressing workforce gaps, planning for capacity growth, and improving labor efficiency through cross-training.
Partner with planning and scheduling teams to execute production plans and support on-time manufacturing (OTM) and on-time-to-promise (OTP) performance.
Lead execution through product/process changeovers, equipment upgrades, engineering trials, maintenance activities, and new product introductions while meeting production targets.
Identify operational bottlenecks and work with Lean teams to improve OEE through setup reduction and decreased unplanned downtime.
Lead and develop manufacturing teams by driving accountability for safety, quality, performance, and employee development.
Education and Experience – Required:
Bachelor of Science
Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience with a proven track record of leadership progression
Direct people management experience with both salaried and non-exempt employees, including demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, coaching, active listening, and employee development
Experience developing, implementing, and driving results through key manufacturing metrics, including safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale
Skills Desired:
MBA or advanced technical graduate degree
Six Sigma DMAIC Green Belt certification and/or demonstrated Lean capabilities
Experience collaborating, interfacing, and communicating effectively across functions and with leadership
Experience participating in or leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment to deliver key improvement initiatives or cost reduction programs
Experience supporting or leading innovation, new product development, and successful product launch into manufacturing
Experience managing talent development strategies, including programs to attract, develop, and retain key talent
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $98,662.00 - $135,660.00 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.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at
[email protected].
Nearest Major Market: Hickory
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