Mixing Shift Supervisor

Overview:

We’re seeking a hands-on, people-focused Mixing Shift Supervisor to lead a team on a 12-hour rotating shift. You’ll provide direct supervision in the Mixing Operations area, ensuring daily targets for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are met while strictly following plant procedures, policies, and documentation requirements.

What You’ll Do

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervise, coordinate, and coach Mixing Operations employees during your assigned shift
• Assign tasks, monitor work, and drive accountability to safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics
• Manage timecards, attendance, and personnel matters; conduct performance reviews and support development plans
• Provide clear communication, timely feedback, and maintain positive employee relations
• Apply policies and labor agreements consistently and fairly

Safety and Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture and model Corning Values
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Enforce standard operating procedures and change-control processes
• Maintain process discipline and protect Corning IP
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous reinforcement of safe behaviors

Operations Management

• Oversee batch mixing, cullet crushing, material unloading, experiments, and training activities
• Ensure operations run within approved process setpoints and documented procedures
• Monitor production performance and ensure shift targets and schedule commitments are met
• Prioritize tasks for your team and coordinate with other supervisors for smooth shift transitions

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and lead improvements across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity
• Apply Lean and Performance Excellence tools (e.g., Lean, DMAIC, DESGN)
• Support introduction of new processes/equipment and cost-reduction projects
• Integrate new technologies with appropriate controls, documentation, and communication

Collaboration and Communication

• Build strong working relationships with cross-functional support groups
• Communicate shift status, issues, and key metrics to leadership
• Participate in cross-functional activities, problem-solving, and tier meetings

Work Schedule

• Schedule: 12-hour rotating shift; flexibility required to meet manufacturing needs

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering discipline strongly preferred)
• 0–3 years of manufacturing or engineering experience preferred

Required Skills

• Strong communication and frontline leadership skills
• Ability to learn and manage complex manufacturing processes
• Problem-solving strength, initiative, and effective self-management
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Consistent, fair application of policies and labor agreements
• Collaborative working style and reliable follow-through
• Ability to incorporate safety, environmental, IP, and quality requirements into plans
• Decisive decision-making and strong sense of accountability

Desired Skills

• Supervisory experience in a union environment
• Strong technical aptitude
• Experience with Lean tools and leading cross-functional improvement projects

Soft Skills

• High initiative and commitment to excellence
• Ability to build effective teams and set clear objectives
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Acts quickly and decisively in time-sensitive situations
• Demonstrates Corning Values and adheres to the Code of Conduct

Additional Information

• Employment is contingent upon signing a covenant not to compete