Warehouse Team Leader
Apply now »Date: Apr 3, 2025
Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 67345
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.
Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:
- Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
- Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
- Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
- Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
- Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to supervise all warehouse activities at the Hemlock Wafer Plant, setting daily priorities and leading associates, while identifying and executing on process improvement opportunities.
This position will include a varying level of project work. Expect to participate in cross-functional teams within Corning to enhance our performance in areas such as inventory control, warehouse management, supply chain operations and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise warehouse associate activities, including receiving, shipping, inventory control.
- Ensure warehouse meets targeted receiving cycle times, shipping load dates.
- Set and manage expectations with customer service, product line management, and planning
- Accountability for inventory accuracy and visibility
- Drive continuous improvements utilizing lean and six sigma supply chain tools (value stream mapping, Kaizen, DMAIC, etc.)
- Directly responsible for performing work in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment. Responsible for his/her safety, as well as that of others that may be at the facility, whether working or visiting. Responsible for observing safe work practices and being proactive for reporting unsafe conditions.
Work Hours
- Will work 1 of the listed shifts: 8am-5pm Monday- Friday OR 8pm-5am Monday-Friday
Required Experiences/Education
- 4-year degree from an accredited college or university.
- 2-5 years of experience in supply chain
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Solid problem-solving skills and decision-making skills
- Ability to multi-task; effectively prioritize and manage projects, as well as day-to-day responsibilities
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact across functions and at all levels of the organization
Desired Experiences/Education
- Knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. SAP experience preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, throughout all levels of the organization
- Degree in supply chain or APICS certification preferred
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $69,472.00 - $95,523.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
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, and career from day one
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
- 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.
- 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
Nearest Major Market: Saginaw