Technical Training Leader for Manufacturing Capability

Corning; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

401(k) matching 4%

Company-paid pension

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Manufacturing Talent Program Leader in Wilmington, NC, to design, implement, and sustain a comprehensive technical training program for the plant workforce. The role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance and improvement of plant equipment and processes.

The position partners with internal and external stakeholders to assess skill gaps, develop curricula, and drive continuous capability aligned with plant goals. Strong leadership and PM skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing and delivering technical training programs.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Project management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization.
• Strong decision-making skills with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a structured technical training curriculum across all plant departments
• Develop and standardize training materials and delivery methods for entry-level, intermediate, and advanced technical skill levels
• Define technical competency standards and certification requirements for plant roles
• Support subject matter experts (SMEs) in the delivery of specialized technical training
• Manage systems and tools used for technical training, including implementation of new solutions as needed
• Provide regular communication and updates to leadership and key stakeholders
• Drive technical talent progression and career development pathways
• Leverage advanced tools (e.g., Manufacturing 4.0) to identify technical gaps and support technician development programs
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute department training improvement plans and initiatives
• Document processes and implement change management systems to support ongoing updates and improvements
• Build and sustain continuous improvement plans and collaborate with other Corning locations

Skills

Technical training design

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Matrix organization

Decision making

Confidential information handling

Relationship building

Education

BS in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Corning is seeking a Manufacturing Talent Program Leader in Wilmington, NC, to design, implement, and sustain a comprehensive technical training program for the plant workforce. The role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance and improvement of plant equipment and processes.

The position partners with internal and external stakeholders to assess skill gaps, develop curricula, and drive continuous capability aligned with plant goals. Strong leadership and PM skills are essential.