Second Shift Machining Team Leader Aerospace and Defense

Requisition Number: 73579

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. 

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

Scope of Position

• Provides leadership and oversight of machinists, ensuring components are produced in accordance with blueprint specifications and quality standards. Assigns tasks, makes data driven decisions and checks employees’ work at frequent intervals.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
• Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages the second shift activities of multiple departments while developing positive working relationships and employee relations aligned with corporate and business values. Responsible for monitoring and improving performance metrics for multiple machine centers.
• Drive department strategies based on plant objectives and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans through regular department and plant meetings, machine cell huddles and 1:1 coaching
• Works within department and other functional groups on resolution of quality, performance, or downtime issues in a timely fashion.
• Participates or leads cost reduction projects to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
• Provides training to employees as needed on new processes, procedures, or equipment.
• Maintain and implement all required safety regulations and housekeeping standards on a consistent basis.
• Assists and/or leads in the performance of investigations and resolutions of manufacturing issues that affect product or process performance.
• Support the ISO 9000 and AS9100 standards.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field is preferred, however other education or commiserate experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• We are seeking a minimum of 2 years quality, engineering, or operations experience within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 2 years of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Record of success and leadership accomplishment.
• Performance Excellence experience, preferably Green Belt certified (DMAIC, 6-Sigma, Lean).
• Data analysis skills to chart and interpret data to make decisions / understand relationships.
• Excellent people and communication (oral and written) skills and the ability to interact effectively with a diverse employee group across many levels of management.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office tools, electronic document management and ERP systems.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Supervision and working knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling, and production workflows.
• Living Corning’s values.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate with individuals from various cultural backgrounds, regions, and levels in the organization.
• Performance Excellence (Six Sigma) Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $80,750.00 - $111,031.00 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.

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, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• 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.
• 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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 [email protected] .