Warehouse Team Leader - Lean Ops & Safety Champion

Corning, Inc.; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise daily warehouse operations at the Hemlock Solar Plant. You will lead associates, manage receiving, shipping, and inventory processes, and drive efficiency improvements across supply chain functions.

The role requires 2–5 years in supply chain operations, strong communication, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with ERP/SAP experience beneficial and a willingness to rotate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant professional, leadership, or military experience will be considered.
• 2-5 years of experience in supply chain operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to multi-task; effectively prioritize and manage projects, as well as day-to-day responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact across functions and at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse associate activities, including receiving, shipping, inventory control.
• Ensure warehouse meets targeted receiving cycle times, shipping load dates.
• Set and manage expectations with customer service, product line management, and planning.
• Accountability for inventory accuracy and visibility.
• Drive continuous improvements utilizing lean and six sigma supply chain tools (value stream mapping, Kaizen, DMAIC, etc.).
• Directly responsible for performing work in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

APICS certification preferred

Tools

SAP experience

Job description

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise daily warehouse operations at the Hemlock Solar Plant. You will lead associates, manage receiving, shipping, and inventory processes, and drive efficiency improvements across supply chain functions.

The role requires 2–5 years in supply chain operations, strong communication, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with ERP/SAP experience beneficial and a willingness to rotate