Warehouse Team Leader

Requisition Number: 63509

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

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.

 

Scope of Position: 
Warehouse Team Leader to support 24/7 ongoing warehouse operations. This position will be expected to work hand in hand with supply chain and operations supervisors to ensure consistency in leadership across the shifts and performance management of the hourly workforce. The position will have shared responsibility for inventory management, shipping and receiving, warehouse optimization and cutting operations. 

 

Day to Day Responsibilities: 
• Adjust staffing and machine assignments to achieve optimal flow of materials and operational efficiency while managing employee time and attendance for timely and accurate payroll processing. 
• Encourage and develop an environment of constant, open, honest communication. Develop employee involvement to ensure employee is a partner in the business. 
• Directly responsible for performing work in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment. Is responsible for his/her safety, as well as that of others that may be at the facility, whether working or visiting. Is responsible for observing safe work practices and being proactive for reporting any unsafe conditions.
• Lead implementation of process and procedure changes throughout assigned areas. 
• Ensure all employees are continually provided with appropriate job-related training and education. 

 

Required Qualifications: 
• Bachelors degree in supply chain or business or 7 years of leadership experience in an operations environment.
• 2-3 years of experience in warehouse 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Ability to lead a group of associates in meetings to help facilitate continuous process improvement. 
• Ability to effectively give direction to employees at all levels when leading semi-complex to complex projects.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams within the organization and leadership

 

Desired Qualifications:
• Ability to effectively utilize software programs, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word 
• SAP experience preferred 

 

Hours of work/work schedule/flextime:

• Night shift supporting a 24/7 warehouse operation.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is  $75,761.00   -  $104,172.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- a