Production Coordinator

Requisition Number: 70411

 

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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 

 

Purpose of Position

• Facilitate cable manufacturing through process optimization and flow enhancements to maximize overall efficiencies.
• Coordinate available equipment and staffing resources to enhance WCP production performance.
• Continuously evaluate production plan for needed adjustments and communicate all necessary information for shift consistency.
• Monitor the safety of Manufacturing Associates and address any concerns/violations.

 

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure manufacturing associates are following all safety and housekeeping procedures to maintain the manufacturing floor and equipment as a clean and safe working environment.
• Organize personnel resources to optimize plant output through changing manufacturing circumstances.
• Plan and communicate product flow schedule to maximize plant output.
• Monitor production plan compliance and adjust as needed within the guidelines provided.
• Diligently monitor and minimize non-conforming product inventory through prevention and prompt disposition.
• Includes working with Quality, Engineering, Planning and Scheduling to disposition negative flow product.
• Primary contact with Planning and Scheduling for remakes, expedite or special orders.
• Coordinate flow of ‘special’ orders or projects through manufacturing.
• Keep track of OOF and disposition items to support scheduling and quality.
• Determine need for additional support necessary to meet production requirements.
• Ensure Autonomous Care and Visual KPI entry compliance.
• Provide coordinator coverage for additional departments based on business needs.
• Manage raw materials in PSA through material item accuracy and remnant usage.
• Provide daily reports on production status using shift turn-over meeting.
• All other duties as assigned by Team Leader.

 

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous leadership experience (preferred in a manufacturing/ production environment).

 

Additional Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to develop, influence and motivate manufacturing associates to achieve optimum performance.
• Well-developed troubleshooting/problem solving skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills in CoMET, SAP and Microsoft Office preferred.
• The ability to analyze and prevent recurring problems and discrepancies in the areas of product flow and non-conforming  product.