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Sr Fibermaking Capabilities Supervisor

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Date: Feb 24, 2026

Location: Concord, NC, US, 28026

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73375

 

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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.

Senior Fibermaking Capabilities Supervisor


Location: Concord, NC | Travel: ~15–20% (domestic, some international)

 

About the Role


The Senior Fibermaking Capabilities Supervisor is a key technical and people leader within OFC Division Engineering. This role drives process innovation, manufacturing readiness, and capability development across multiple global fiber sites. You’ll partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to deliver robust processes, successful scale-up, and continuous improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Lead and develop the Division Engineering Fibermaking Capabilities team
  • Manage complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects from development through manufacturing scale-up
  • Drive cost reduction, capacity, and capability improvement initiatives
  • Provide technical leadership and consultation to global manufacturing sites
  • Champion global process standardization and control
  • Apply structured problem-solving (DMAIC, Six Sigma, MEE) to resolve chronic issues
  • Support evaluation and global deployment of new technologies
  • Communicate effectively with site leaders and executive management

 

Qualifications

 

  • BS in Materials or Ceramic, Mechanical Chemical or Electrical Engineering. (MS preferred.)
  • Manufacturing industry experience
  • 6+ years of industry experience
  • 2+ supervisory experience
  • Structured problem solving tools (e.g. DMAIC, MEE, Six Sigma) and has used statistical approaches in data analysis and decision making
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams in a global environment
  • Proficient in Excel; strong statistical and analytical capability

 

Desired

 

  • Six Sigma Greenbelt
  • Experience leading global or cross-cultural teams
  • Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting
  • Experience with Minitab, JMP, or similar tools
  • MBA a plus

 

Additional Information

  • Full-time, 40+ hours/week (occasional weekends as needed)
  • This position does not support immigration sponsorship

 

Join us to lead innovation, develop talent, and shape the future of optical fiber manufacturing.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $146,918.00 - $202,013.00 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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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, 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 accommodations@corning.com.


Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Nearest Secondary Market: Concord

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