Manufacturing Shift Supervisor

NCBiotech; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 79,166 - 108,854; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid pension benefit

401(k) savings plan with matching contributions

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives

Job summary

A leading company in optical communications seeks a Production Supervisor in Wilmington, NC, to lead operations teams, prioritize production schedules, and ensure safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Candidates should have strong communication skills, relevant experience, and a commitment to problem-solving. Join Corning to make an impact in the high-tech industry with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience required.
• Effective communication with peers and leadership expected.
• Capacity to learn complex manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and leads production operations teams 24/7.
• Coordinates prioritization of product manufacturing.
• Serves as incident commander for plant spill alarms.

Skills

Effective communicator

Problem-solving skills

High individual initiative

Education

High school education

4-year degree in engineering

Job description

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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.

Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Leads and interacts daily with subordinates and/or functional peer groups, to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies. May interact with other area supervisors, internal customers, and functional peer groups at management levels. Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects/schedules, etc. Encompasses the direction and inspection of the performance of individuals or a team of associates who put together components to make assemblies, subassemblies, or completed units, or make or process raw materials into finished products in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises and leads production operations teams 24/7
• Serves as a champion for safety culture
• Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
• Coordinates prioritization of product manufacturing and equipment troubleshooting needs
• Holds team of operators and shift technicians accountable to established metrics
• Maintaining equipment schedules, managing timecards, posting and filling overtime slots, addressing personnel concerns, communicating with all employee levels at the plant, and providing solutions to complex and dynamic problems
• Serves as incident commander for plant spill alarms

Experiences/Education - Required

• High school education and 5+years relevant work experience
• Effective communicator: peers, subordinates, and leadership
• Capacity to learn complex manufacturing process flow and/or systems
• Inquisitive problem-solving skills
• High individual initiative and self-management
• Working Hours: 12 hour rotational schedule
• 4-year degree preferred in engineering preferred with a preference for chemical, materials , or mechanical engineering.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,166.00-$108,854.00assuming 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.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis ofrace, 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 [e-mail] .