Section Supervisor

Corning Incorporated; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 106,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

401(k) matching

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Hemlock, MI, is seeking an Operations Section Supervisor to lead and develop operations teams at the Hemlock manufacturing facility. You will direct team leaders and operators, champion continuous improvement, and ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.

You will drive Lean and Process Excellence projects, manage production scheduling, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize performance while protecting IP.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of manufacturing and/or engineering experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in functional or project-based roles.
• Experience supervising direct and indirect employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Project management experience with defined timelines.
• Flexibility to work variable hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop team leaders and operators; drive performance reviews and training.
• Manage production schedule compliance and allocate resources to meet targets.
• Monitor performance metrics and partner with cross-functional teams to improve quality, cost and delivery.
• Execute Lean Manufacturing and Process Excellence projects aligned with plant objectives.
• Ensure operations comply with procedures and protect IP.
• Champion safety initiatives and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Flexible hours

Manufacturing experience

Job description

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.

Requisition Number: 78023

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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking an Operations Section Supervisor to lead and develop operations teams at our Hemlock, MI manufacturing facility. In this role, you will provide direction to team leaders and operators, champion continuous improvement, and ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met while building a culture of accountability and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop team leaders and operators; drive performance reviews, talent development planning, training, and technical capability-building across the operations department.
• Manage production schedule compliance by allocating resources, prioritizing activities, supporting product changes and new initiatives, and ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly production targets are achieved.
• Monitor, communicate, and drive operational performance through production, quality, cost, and delivery metrics while partnering with cross-functional support organizations.
• Execute cost reduction, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Excellence (PEx) projects in alignment with plant and business objectives.
• Ensure operations run in compliance with established process controls, operating procedures, and change-control protocols while protecting Corning's Intellectual Property (IP).
• Champion plant safety initiatives and foster a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.

Work Hours

• Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm)
• Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings operations requirements (including coverage for shift supervisors on 12hr shift rotation as needed).

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of manufacturing and/or engineering experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience in functional or project-based roles
• Experience supervising direct and indirect employees in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis to support operational decision-making
• Project management experience, including developing and executing plans against defined timelines
• Flexibility to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends, to support manufacturing operations as needed

Desired Quaifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) certification
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, including budget tracking and spend analysis
• Demonstrated experience coaching and developing technical employees

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $106,400.00 - $146,300.00 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] .