Maintenance Team Leader
Corning Incorporated · Hickory, NC · Yesterday
Management$89k–$122k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Maintenance Supervisor leads a team of 30–50 hourly maintenance technicians and coordinators, driving safe, reliable, and efficient plant maintenance operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Section Supervisor, this role offers strong growth potential with pathways into Facilities, Engineering, Supply Chain, Technology, and Division Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and coach a team of maintenance technicians and coordinators — setting clear performance expectations, building accountability, and recognizing high achievement.
- Oversee repair and maintenance of plant manufacturing equipment, including break-fix, upgrades, preventive maintenance, and spares management.
- Champion a safe work culture — model safe practices, ensure team compliance, and proactively identify and address unsafe conditions.
- Manage staffing allocation to align with production shift support requirements.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to meet objectives across quality, operating expenses, inventory, equipment uptime, and on-time shipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a Technical field or 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience
- Computer skills (Excel – basic formulas and Word)
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (Engineering or technical preferred)
- 2-3 years previous leadership experience
- Experience in LOTO and Rigging
- Ability to communicate with all levels of the plant organization
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Experience using a CMMS system. Maximo preferred
Skills
- Occasional Off Hours Support Required
Benefits
Maximo preferred
Pay
The range for this position is $88,942.00 - $122,295.00 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.
Schedule
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.