Manufacturing Section Supervisor
Date: Jun 18, 2026
Location: Newton, NC, US, 28658
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 75871
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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
Corning Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Section Supervisor to lead front-line supervisors and hourly associates at our Newton, NC facility - with direct accountability for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and team morale. This is an opportunity to make a tangible operational impact through cross-functional partnerships with engineering, maintenance, planning, and the lean organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing performance; rapidly identify and resolve bottlenecks, manage staffing changes, and maintain optimal queue levels to meet on-time manufacturing (OTM) and on-time-to-promise (OTP) targets
Manage department labor spend and staffing model strategically; apply overtime as needed, anticipate capacity-driven changes, and drive efficiency through cross-training initiatives
Partner with planning and scheduling to execute the production plan across changeovers, equipment upgrades, engineering experiments, and new product introductions (NPI); lead operational readiness for major equipment upgrades
Collaborate with the lean organization to drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements through setup time reduction and unplanned downtime elimination
Lead, coach, and develop a team of salaried supervisors and hourly associates; hold individuals accountable to safety and quality scorecards and ensure active development plans are in place for all salaried employees
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in a technical or business discipline
5+ years of manufacturing experience with a demonstrated record of leadership progression
Direct people management experience with both salaried and hourly (non-exempt) teams, including demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, coaching, active listening, and team development
Proven ability to drive results through manufacturing performance metrics across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to operational disruptions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Desired Qualifications
MBA or advanced technical graduate degree
Six Sigma Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC) Green Belt and/or demonstrated Lean manufacturing capabilities
Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver operational improvement initiatives or cost reduction programs
Background supporting or leading new product introduction (NPI) projects from concept through manufacturing launch
Experience building and executing a talent management strategy, including programs to attract, develop, and retain key manufacturing talent
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $98,662.00 - $135,660.00 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.
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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.
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.
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