Mfg Supervisor - Team Leader

Corning Inc.; Painted Post (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Painted Post, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor – Process to lead a frontline production team in a continuous manufacturing environment.

You will own day-to-day execution of production schedules, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and coach the team to higher performance. The role requires a BS/BA or equivalent supervisory experience, plus 2+ years in manufacturing, with a focus on data interpretation and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or BA or relevant manufacturing supervisory experience.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to interpret technical process data and translate findings into operational adjustments.
• Maintains accurate production records and communicates results clearly to management.
• Background in ceramic manufacturing or similar process-intensive production environments.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and output goals; enforce safety regulations and maintain a clean, compliant work environment.
• Execute and coordinate production schedules based on equipment efficiency, materials supply, and product requirements.
• Monitor team performance and provide coaching, feedback, and hands-on training on safety and production procedures.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure manufactured products meet specifications and standards.
• Identify and resolve production issues through root cause analysis; champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Process data interpretation

Operational adjustments

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts or relevant manufacturing supervisory experience

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.

Corning’s Display Technologies segment manufactures glass substrates for active matrix liquid crystal displays (“LCDs”) that are used primarily in LCD televisions, notebook computers and flat panel desktop monitors.

Scope of Position

This role carries direct supervisory responsibility for a frontline production team operating in a continuous manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Supervisor – Process owns day‑to‑day execution of production schedules, team performance, and process quality within their assigned area. The role operates within established guidelines and policies while exercising independent judgment to resolve issues, adjust processes, and keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and output goals; enforce safety regulations and maintain a clean, compliant work environment
• Execute and coordinate production schedules based on equipment efficiency, materials supply, and product requirements
• Monitor team performance and provide coaching, feedback, and hands‑on training on safety and production procedures
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure manufactured products consistently meet specifications and standards
• Identify and resolve production issues through root cause analysis; champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and methods

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts or relevant mfg supervisory experience
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Ability to interpret technical process data and translate findings into actionable operational adjustments
• Maintains accurate production records and communicates results, issues, and progress clearly to management
• Documents process changes with precision and ensures follow‑through on assignments
• Identifies process gaps and implements structured improvements with minimal direction
• Collaborates across production teams to resolve issues and sustain performance standards
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Background in ceramic manufacturing or similar process‑intensive production environments
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)

Work Schedule

• 40–50 hours per week; off‑hours support and vacation coverage as needed

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is$63,086.00-$86,743.00assuming 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 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] .