Process Technician Supervisor

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Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Role Purpose

The Process Technician Supervisor leads a team of process technicians responsible for process control, process discipline, shop‑floor problem solving, and supporting early development of new products and manufacturing processes. This role requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and a passion for driving root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop process technicians in daily manufacturing support activities.
• Improve existing manufacturing processes and develop new methods to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Quality to define project scope, objectives, and timelines.
• Analyze process data, identify root causes, and resolve technical issues using first‑principles approaches.
• Support manufacturing improvement initiatives including variability reduction, defect reduction, process control, and Six Sigma activities.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement to optimize processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance on complex issues and ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements.

Work Hours

• Flexibility to cover shift changeovers as needed.
• Support a 24/7 operating structure, including leading weekend teams per a published schedule.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal; may include infrequent domestic or international travel.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree preferred; technical/vocational training or relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in high‑volume environments.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of basic manufacturing principles and the ability to apply them to real‑world problems.
• Technical aptitude for troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and evaluating process data.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and issues effectively.
• Hands‑on mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading technicians or similar groups.
• Ability to understand technical details, process interactions, and quality requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Excel or other statistical tools for data analysis and integration with supporting systems.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Desired Skills

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or demonstrated DMAIC project experience.
• Lean manufacturing or error‑proofing experience.
• Familiarity with KT (Kepner‑Tregoe) and MEE methodologies for technical problem solving.

Soft Skills

• Effective communication across all organizational levels (engineers, operators, and leadership).
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with operations.
• Self‑motivated with high commitment levels.
• Effective at managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate upward and downward in the organization.

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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
• 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.

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] .