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Team Leader - Night Shift

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Date: Jun 18, 2026

Location: Newton, NC, US, 28658

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75811

 

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.  



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.

Role Purpose

 

Team Leader Supervisor – Night Shift

Schedule 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 2-2-3 rotation

 

We are looking for a strong people leader to join our team as a Team Leader Supervisor in a fast-paced manufacturing and/or warehouse environment. In this role, you will lead daily operations with a focus on safety, production performance, team development, quality, and continuous improvement. You will supervise a large hourly workforce, guide front-line coordinators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help deliver outstanding operational results.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, improving processes, and making a direct impact on day-to-day operations.

What You’ll Do:   

  • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are followed at all times
  • Lead daily production activities, including staffing, scheduling, and work assignments
  • Drive performance in quality, output, cost, and on-time delivery
  • Hire, train, coach, and develop hourly associates and operations coordinators
  • Address attendance, performance, and development needs in a clear and consistent manner
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, flow, and overall performance
  • Maintain housekeeping, process discipline, and ISO-aligned procedural standards
  • Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations teams to solve problems and support new products or processes

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing or technical experience
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or military technical role
  • Proven ability to lead teams, coach employees, and drive accountability
  • Working knowledge of production planning, staffing, and capacity management
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexibility to support other shifts as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or another technical field
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or similar certification
  • Experience in union or non-union environments
  • Experience leading continuous improvement efforts with measurable results

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $80,750.00 - $111,031.00 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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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.

  • 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: Hickory

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