Production supervisor

Requisition Number : 62599

Corning is vital to progress in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process.

Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Scope of Position : Works in conjunction with the product teams to ensure objectives of cost, quality, safety, schedule compliance, and team development are met.

Serves as management representative for the assigned crew. Responsible for the performance of their assigned production crew and meeting the associated departmental and team goals.

Responsible for team development and addressing any performance issues. As an exempt member of the crew, responsible for developing and implementing plans to enhance the leadership capability of crew leads, as well as ensure training of all production associates.

Champions site culture of compliance. Responsible for the development / execution of individual and organizational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provides leadership in a facilitator role to assigned technical and hourly associates to achieve departmental quality, quantity, service, cost and safety goals
• Facilitates monthly team share meetings and participates on project teams as required
• Responsible for continuous growth and development of assigned crew
• Provides coaching for crew leads in the areas of leadership, line scheduling, and conflict resolution
• Conducts skill assessments and recommends actions to address & provides coaching / feedback to support performance improvements
• Responsible for ensuring teams have trained Quality Associates
• Analyzes work order variances and initiates corrective actions to resolve discrepancies
• Trains and develops teams to operate the production line or shift to achieve established production schedule
• Works with planning to define monthly production schedules and provides support to the different product teams to achieve these goals
• Reviews and analyzes production and financial reports, preparing reports of specific programs as directed by Operations Leadership
• Recruits, interviews, and selects hourly personnel, guides the development of employees through training programs, conducts quarterly performance appraisals, ensures associates attend mandatory training, and administers employee disciplinary action
• Responsible for enforcing all plant policies and driving accountability for individual performance Releases / close out production orders as needed, audits DHR compliance, audits production orders to ensure correct material usage, and ensures that monthly cycle counts are completed for all product teams
• Supports culture of compliance and drives Continuous Improvement activities
• Coordinates with Technical Lead to ensure reliability / improvement of equipment and processes, training of technical associates, and coordinating off hours support for equipment problems
• Responsible for driving a safe work environment and ensuring immediate correction of any safety issues
• Leads accident / injury investigation per documented process, submits completed forms in a timely manner, and implements corrective actions to eliminate hazards
• Ensures compliance / improvement of quality systems in manufacturing, i.e., ISO, QSR, GMP, etc. Initiates corrective actions when out of compliance and notifies leadership of noncompliance and proposed corrective action
• Ensures crew compliance with all required training (e.g. Quality and Safety) and schedules makeup training for those who were unable to attend

Minimum Qualfications :

• BS or BA Degree (prefer technical field of study)
• Five (5) years of management / technical experience in a high-volume manufacturing and / or molding environment
• Two years of production supervision experience

Skills / Experience :

• Thorough understanding and experience in manufacturing operations including production requirements, support systems, and personnel
• Hands on technical experience in manufacturing processes, machine reliability, equipment improvement, and project management
• Meaningful experience with and strong capability to work well in a team based environment
• Must be highly motivated with good organizational, communication, and problem solving skills
• Capable of providing strong leadership for the crew
• Must have a working knowledge of materials management systems, manufacturing equipment and processes, good manufacturing practices, and employee relations
• Ability to develop and maintain a high performance work team culture focusing on the plant goals of safety, quality, schedule and cost
• Able to work on a 12 hour schedule and rotate quarterly between days and nights
• Provides backup coverage for other Production Supervisors as needed

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $61,849.00 - $85,043.00 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.

The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential.

All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health / substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

Last updated : 2024-03-03