Team Leader **Date:** May 18, 2025 **Location:** Hickory, NC, US, 28601 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 67683 **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.  Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. **Role Purpose** We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Operations Supervisor with a passion for leadership and excellence. The ideal candidate will have supervisory responsibility for 30-70 hourly associates and 4-6 operations coordinators in either our Ribbon or Flame Retardant production areas, depending on business needs. As a vital member of the HCF Leadership Team, this position reports directly to Operations and offers a clear path for career progression in Facilities, Engineering, Supply Chain, Technology, or Division Engineering. **Key Responsibilities:** + Ensure a safe work environment and proactively address unsafe conditions. + Lead production and/or warehouse activities to exceed goals for safety, quality, and cost. + Develop and coach team members, fostering accountability and rewarding high performance. + Encourage open communication and engage employees as business partners. + Optimize production schedules, equipment efficiency, and staffing for seamless operations. + Maintain world-class standards for housekeeping and product flow. + Oversee accurate payroll processing for employees' time and attendance. + Lead and participate in initiatives to achieve organizational objectives in quality, costs, inventory, production, and more. + Drive continuous improvement through Lean projects, capacity planning, and procedural enhancements. + Implement ISO-compliant procedures and correct inefficiencies to boost production yield. **Projects:** + Manage and lead projects that optimize staffing levels and production flow. + Support the introduction of significant new products or processes. + Identify bottlenecks, reduce process variations, and enhance production efficiency. Hours of work/work schedule: **Shift C/D N** **ights** **Qualifications:** **Required:** + Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or Technical Field. **Preferred:** + MBA + 1-3 years of manufacturing experience. + 2-3 years of supervisory experience. + JMO + Strong communication, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills. **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $79,166.00 - $108,854.00 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.  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. **Nearest Major Market:** Hickory