Southside Operations Department Head

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead production operations for the Winston-Salem cable facility, with full accountability for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and team performance.
• Drive manufacturing performance and achieve production targets.
• Manage staffing, labor productivity, and departmental budget.
• Align plant capacity with customer demand and support SIOP.
• Partner with planning to meet on-time manufacturing and delivery goals.
• Lead changeovers, equipment upgrades, maintenance, and new product introductions.
• Drive continuous improvement and OEE gains through lean initiatives.
• Lead, develop, and hold teams accountable for safety, quality, and results.
• Communicate operational priorities and long-term goals across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (technical or business degree preferred).
• 7+ years' experience in manufacturing with a proven track record of leadership progression.
• Energetic, effective under pressure, and can respond positively to constructive feedback.
• Direct people management experience (for both salaried and non-exempt employees).
• Demonstrated people leadership skills of conflict resolution, coaching, active listening, and employee effectiveness.
• Experience and accountability for developing, implementing, and driving results through critical manufacturing metrics (including safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale).
• Certified Six Sigma DMAIC Green Belt and/or demonstrated Lean capabilities.
• Experience managing the talent development strategy for the department, including programs to attract, develop, and retain key talent.

Qualifications

• Experienced in innovation and new product development and delivery.
• Experience collaborating, interfacing, and communicating upward and outward.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to drive results and manage change.
• Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• People development and retention strategies.
• Collaborative problem-solving skills.

Benefits

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.

Pay

The range for this position is $120,797.00 - $166,096.00 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.