Industrial Assembly Team Supervisor

Ready to lead a high-performing production team?

Imagine guiding a crew that helps connect the unconnected, advances automotive safety, delivers vivid display experiences, and supports life-saving medicines—all by mastering processes in glass, ceramics, and materials science. That’s the opportunity at Corning.

Your mission

This is a 12 hour shift position (4-3-3-4) . You’ll be the point leader for multiple production areas, balancing schedules, equipment efficiency, and product introductions. You’ll coach, assign, inspect, and develop a team while personally diving into tasks that move the work forward. You’ll rally cross-functional partners to solve problems fast and communicate priorities that keep everyone focused.

How you’ll lead

• Turn plant objectives into department roadmaps with clear targets and accountability.
• Own shift execution across production departments; monitor KPIs and elevate performance.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups with peer functions; share technical information and schedules.
• Troubleshoot quality, performance, and downtime issues quickly and decisively.
• Champion cost reduction, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives.
• Train employees on new processes, procedures, and equipment; sustain open dialogue one-on-one and in groups.
• Promote a safe, orderly workplace with consistent housekeeping and safety compliance.
• Lead or support investigations to resolve product or process performance concerns.
• Uphold ISO 9000 and AS9100 standards; participate actively in plant meetings.

What it takes

• BS/BA in Engineering or Supply Chain Management; equivalent experience welcomed.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing (quality, engineering, or operations).
• 2+ years of supervisory/manager experience.
• Data-savvy: chart, interpret, and act on trends and relationships.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; effective across diverse teams and leadership levels.
• Detail-driven; fluent in Microsoft Office, electronic document management, and ERP platforms.

Bonus points

• Hands-on leadership in manual assembly or machining environments.
• Ability to organize complex work and present clearly to varied audiences.
• Performance Excellence experience; Green Belt in DMAIC, Six Sigma, or Lean.
• Experience with SAP ERP.

Travel may be required (5-10%).

Why Corning

We’re a company built on breakthroughs—and the people who make them. From ocean depths to outer space, we push boundaries in life sciences, consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

• Trusted life sciences products that accelerate discovery, development, and delivery.
• Damage-resistant cover glass for the devices that keep us connected.
• Optical fiber and wireless technologies that move ideas at light speed.
• Precision glass enabling richer displays.
• Automotive glass and ceramics powering cleaner, safer, smarter transport.

Rewards that matter

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.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• 100% company-paid pension plus 401(k) match; combined retirement contributions up to 7%–12% of pay depending on age and years of service.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and EAP.
• Recognition programs that spotlight exceptional achievements.

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

Legal

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] .

Immigration is not available for this role.

A job that shapes a life. If you’re ready to lead and grow, we’re ready to support you.

**Nearest Major Market: **Phoenix