Production Shift Team Lead

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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

This is a 12 hour shift position (4-3-3-4)

Scope of Position:

• 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
• Directs subordinates to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies.
• May interact with subordinate supervisors, outside customers, and functional peer groups at management levels.
• Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects/schedules, etc.
• Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks, and checking work at frequent intervals.
• A portion of time is normally spent performing individual tasks related to the unit or sub-unit.
• Encompasses the direction and inspection of the performance of individuals who assemble components in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive department strategies based on plant objectives and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.
• Manages the shift activities of the production departments.
• Responsible for monitoring and improving performance metrics for multiple production departments.
• Conducts daily department meetings with cross functional representation.
• 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.
• Support the plant’s change management program.
• Provides training to employees as needed on new processes, procedures, or equipment.
• Ensure employee focus through communication of priorities.
• Create and maintain positive, motivating employee relations aligned with corporate and business values.
• Sustain open communications with employees both one-on-one and in group forums.
• 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.
• Attends and participates in necessary plant meetings.

Travel:Travel may be required (5-10%)

Required Education & Experience:

• BS/BA degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 2+ years quality, engineering, or operations experience within a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Data analysis skills to chart and interpret data to make decisions / understand relationships.
• Excellent people 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.

Desired Skills/Attributes:

• Supervision of a manual assembly or machining process.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills.
• Performance Excellence experience preferable Green Belt certified in a methodology (DMAIC, 6-Sigma, Lean).
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system

Immigration is not available for this role.

The range for this position is $61,849.00 - $88,000.00 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.

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] .

**Nearest Major Market: **Phoenix