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Southside Operations Department Head

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Date: May 4, 2026

Location: Winston-Salem, NC, US, 27107

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74761

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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.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager to lead and manage production operations at our Winston-Salem cable facility. This role is responsible for leading and managing production operations at the Winston-Salem cable facility.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who can drive results, manage change, improve processes, and build alignment across operations, planning, engineering, and product teams.

Key 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.

Experiences/Education - Required

Bachelor of Science (technical or business degree preferred).

7+ years' experience in manufacturing with a proven track record of leadership progression.

Highly motivated, results-oriented, and with a high commitment level to the business and department.

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.

Experiences/Education - Desired

MBA or advanced technical graduate degree

Experience and competence of innovation and new product development and delivery; has participated or led a project team responsible for developing and/or launching a new product into manufacturing.

Has participated or led a cross-functional team in manufacturing environment responsible to deliver key improvement initiatives or cost reduction programs.

Experience collaborating, interfacing, and communicating upward and outward.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

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.

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: Winston-Salem

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