R&D Mechanical Prototype Lab Supervisor - Fiber Enclosures

Corning; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) matching retirement plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning is seeking a hands-on Supervisor for our R&D Mechanical Prototype Lab to lead a team of technicians, drive prototype delivery, and ensure high-quality fiber optic enclosure prototypes.

You will oversee lab operations, coordinate with engineering, product management, and commercial teams, and maintain safety and 5S practices while supporting projects and customer sample requests.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory or team-lead experience.
• Hands-on mechanical fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of lab technicians, set clear expectations and coach growth.
• Manage the prototype request log to meet milestones and customer timelines.
• Provide hands-on support for fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting, and modifications.
• Maintain a safe, organized lab using 5S, visual management and standard work.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and report KPIs on prototype turnaround and lab efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering drawings

BOM interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Corning is seeking a hands-on Supervisor for our R&D Mechanical Prototype Lab to lead a team of technicians, drive prototype delivery, and ensure high-quality fiber optic enclosure prototypes.

You will oversee lab operations, coordinate with engineering, product management, and commercial teams, and maintain safety and 5S practices while supporting projects and customer sample requests.