Plant Manager

Requisition Number: 71113

The company built on breakthroughs. ​ 
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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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Role Purpose

The Plant Manager will lead the facility in achieving operational excellence, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products while fostering a positive work environment and driving continuous improvement. Plant managers serve as the key link between frontline operations and organizational objectives, balancing employee well-being with business goals to support sustainable growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the plant objectives for safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Develop and implement operating plans that meet key performance objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement for all the plant’s key performance metrics.
• Assure the success of manufacturing and engineering programs while considering cost, resources, and technical risk.
• Ensure Safety Compliance: Implement and uphold safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Build effective relationships within the business, corporate leadership, and staff groups, and with key customers and suppliers where required.
• Manage Staff: Hire, train, develop, and evaluate plant personnel to build an effective team.
• Monitor Production Quality: Maintain high-quality standards by monitoring product quality and addressing any issues promptly.
• Control Costs and Budgets: Prepare and manage budgets, control operating costs, and seek cost-saving opportunities.
• Optimize Efficiency: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain Equipment: Oversee maintenance schedules and ensure all equipment is functioning properly to minimize downtime.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the plant complies with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Inventory Management: Supervise inventory levels and coordinate with supply chain teams for timely procurement of materials.
• Reporting and Communication: Generate operational reports, communicate results to senior management, and address any issues impacting plant performance.
• Build a sustainable culture characteristic of Corning Values and continuous improvement in support of the business.
• Champion and sponsor the innovation process for new product and process development.
• Foster Employee Engagement: Promote a positive workplace culture by encouraging teamwork, recognizing achievements, and supporting professional development.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks to operations, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to safeguard plant assets and personnel.

Experiences/Education - Required

• B.S. or equivalent technical degree.
• Progressive responsibilities in manufacturing and engineering roles in plants and divisions.
• Experience in driving improvement, efficiency and cost reduction programs in manufacturing.
• Experience in leading departments or organizations in meeting continuous improvement goals, step change performance improvements, innovation, expanding technical capability, work redesign or other change efforts.
• Experience building and managing a cohesive staff and establishing collaborative relationships across functional areas.
• Demonstrated track record of growing and placing talent.
• Experience leading the build-out, expansion, or scale-up of manufacturing operations.
• Experience in high volume assembly manufacturing processing.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $184,563.00 - $253,775.00 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.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.    
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

Some benefits are offered only at participating locations. Candidates will be informed during the interview process if offerings differ at their location.

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .