Warehouse Lead

Corning, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses and long-term RI

401(k) matching up to 4%

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Corning, Inc. (Phoenix, AZ) seeks a Warehouse Lead to manage day-to-day operations on the warehouse floor, ensuring safe, accurate, and on-time material flow to support production, receiving, inventory control, shipping, and transportation.

The role leads the team through clear priorities, standard work, and visual management, maintaining audit readiness and financial accountability. The position emphasizes safe startup huddles, coaching, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or relevant certification preferred.
• At least 2 years of warehouse operations experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse, logistics, or related environment.
• Experience with inventory management systems and basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, WMS, or ERP systems.
• Forklift certification or willingness and ability to obtain required certification.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Model expectations for safety, attendance, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Lead structured daily startup huddles covering safety, priorities, staffing, and prior day performance.
• Promote a team culture of ownership, respect, accountability, and collaboration.
• Coach associates in real time and provide ongoing development feedback.
• Escalate operational risks and performance concerns promptly, using relevant facts and recommended next steps.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Ensure inbound and outbound transactions are accurate, system-confirmed, and completed according to established timelines.
• Monitor daily performance against established KPIs and address performance gaps as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Attendance

Accuracy

Coaching

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

Requisition Number: 79838

**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.

Purpose

The Warehouse Lead owns day-to-day execution on the warehouse floor and sets the standard for a best-in-class warehouse. This role drives safe, accurate, and on-time material flow to support production, receiving, inventory control, shipping, and transportation. The Warehouse Lead leads the team through clear priorities, standard work, and visual management, keeps the operation audit-ready and financially accountable every day, and turns daily execution into consistent, measurable results.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Accountability

• Model expectations for safety, attendance, accuracy, and professionalism.

• Lead structured daily startup huddles covering safety, priorities, staffing, and prior day performance.

• Promote a team culture of ownership, respect, accountability, and collaboration.

• Coach associates in real time and provide ongoing development feedback.

• Escalate operational risks and performance concerns promptly, using relevant facts and recommended next steps.

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.

Operational Excellence

• Support consistent material availability to production and proactively address potential shortages.

• Prioritize work according to production schedules, customer requirements, and inbound and outbound commitments.

• Monitor workload throughout the shift and coordinate labor based on operational needs.

• Resolve shortages, inventory discrepancies, and process interruptions promptly and support root-cause analysis.

• Ensure inbound and outbound transactions are accurate, system-confirmed, and completed according to established timelines.

• Monitor daily performance against established KPIs and address performance gaps as appropriate.

Standard Work & Visual Management

• Follow and reinforce approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Ensure material movements are scanned and recorded accurately using approved RF devices and systems.

• Maintain clear and accurate labeling on pallets, storage locations, and PSA areas.

• Maintain huddle boards, replenishment boards, and other visual controls so operational status is current and accessible.

• Reinforce established 5S and housekeeping standards throughout warehouse areas

Training & Development

• Train new hires on warehouse processes, systems, and safety requirements using approved SOPs and training materials.

• Maintain and update the cross-training matrix to support appropriate coverage across warehouse functions.

• Conduct routine process observations and document training progress and effectiveness.

• Support verification of associate competency in applicable areas, including:

• Picking locations

• PSA locations

• Inventory procedures

• Receiving processes

• RF scanning and system transactions

• Material handling equipment operation

• Safety standards

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or relevant certification preferred.

• At least 2 years of warehouse operations experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• At least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse, logistics, or related environment.

• Experience with inventory management systems and basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, WMS, or ERP systems.

• Forklift certification or willingness and ability to obtain required certification.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

All roles require English proficiency. This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $28.00 hourly rate - $31.00 hourly rate. 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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.

• 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.

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] .