Manufacturing Team Leader

Corning Inc.; Town of Canton (NY); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Company-paid pension

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to guide daily operations in a high‑volume facility in the United States. You will drive safety, quality, productivity and on‑time delivery while leading production teams and coordinating cross‑functional priorities.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on manufacturing leadership, a continuous improvement mindset, and a track record of reducing waste and improving process efficiency through coaching and data‑driven problem solving.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing or leadership experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and work effectively in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements and driving operational results.
• U.S. citizen status documentation may be required to comply with government contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities in the forming area to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery goals.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to employees in accordance with company policies and management expectations.
• Supervise team performance and promote accountability, engagement, and continuous development.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing methods, process flow, equipment effectiveness, labor utilization, and capacity.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and control cost.
• Support the introduction of new products, process changes, and operational improvements within the production area.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, environmental health and safety programs, quality standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Partners with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and operations leadership, to resolve issues and improve overall performance.
• Communicate production updates, technical information, project status, and scheduling impacts to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Recommend improvements to departmental procedures, workflows, and team practices to support operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership experience

Manufacturing expertise

Communication skills

Problem solving

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.

The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Team Leader is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and delivery objectives are met. This role provides hands-on leadership to production teams, coordinates operational priorities, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, equipment utilization, and workflow efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with manufacturing experience, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to work cross-functionally to solve problems and improve performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities in the forming area to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery goals.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to employees in accordance with company policies and management expectations.
• Supervise team performance and promote accountability, engagement, and continuous development.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing methods, process flow, equipment effectiveness, labor utilization, and capacity.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and control cost.
• Support the introduction of new products, process changes, and operational improvements within the production area.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, environmental health and safety programs, quality standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Partners with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and operations leadership, to resolve issues and improve overall performance.
• Communicate production updates, technical information, project status, and scheduling impacts to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Recommend improvements to departmental procedures, workflows, and team practices to support operational excellence.

Required Experience and Skills

• Prior manufacturing or leadership experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and work effectively in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements and driving operational results.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced production setting. *In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong technical aptitude and curiosity for manufacturing processes, equipment, and problem-solving.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is$88,942.00-$122,295.00 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 [e-mail] .