Production Manager

Requisition Number: 77629   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

We are seeking an experienced  Production 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