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Plant Manager, Woodland & Murphysboro

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Date: May 1, 2026

Location: Woodland, CA, US, 95776

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74184

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. 

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Role Purpose

The Woodland & Murphysboro Plant Manager is responsible for the overall safety, operational performance, quality, cost, delivery and talent development of the Woodland and Murphysboro manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the Regional Manufacturing Manager, this role provides end-to-end site accountability for the production of serum products, while ensuring compliance with regulatory, quality, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Own overall plant performance, including Safety, Health & Environmental, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale and Inventory
Develop and execute a site operating plan aligned with division, business, and manufacturing strategies
Lead daily operations across Production, Warehouse, Planning, Logistics, and Plant Facilities
Ensure manufacturing capability and capacity to support commercial demand and growth
Drive Lowest Cost Manufacturing, improved inventory turns, and margin performance
Maintain reliable operation of all plant assets and infrastructure
Ensure process discipline and technical rigor across manufacturing activities
Build and sustain a high-performing operations leadership team
Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable culture
Deploy and sustain a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment
Ensure adherence to ISO 13485, FDA Quality System Regulations, USDA and internal quality systems
Lead site readiness for audits, inspections, and regulatory engagements
Ensure environmental, health, and safety regulatory compliance at all times
Actively enforce adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (QOPs), Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs), and other relevant practices
Review production, financial, and performance metrics to identify gaps and drive corrective actions
Communicate performance results clearly across site and functional leadership
Drive step-change improvements in productivity, quality, service delivery, and cost
Support real-time troubleshooting of process, equipment, and formulation issues.

Experiences/Education - Required

Bachelor’s degree required (Biological sciences, chemical sciences, or bio-medical engineering preferred)
7+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or life sciences with progressive responsibility in operations and/or engineering leadership
Proven record of delivering results through people, process, and technology
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Data-driven decision-making and analytical problem-solving capability
Customer-focused, results-oriented mindset
Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Experiences/Education - Desired

Experience with biological or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
Experience with multisite oversite preferred
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
Demonstrated ability to develop talent
Financial and accounting principles

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $185,169.00 - $254,608.00 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.

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: Sacramento

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