Operations Department Head

Corning Incorporated

Fairport, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$98,662–$135,660 Per Year

SKILLS

Biology, Budgeting, Career Development, Change Control, Communication Skills, Consumer Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Documentation, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Drug Products, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Forecasting, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Material Science, Medical Products, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Production Schedule, SAP, Safety Training, Six Sigma DMAIC, Solar Power, Talent Management, Wireless Communications, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Fairport, NY

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Operations Department Head

Date: Jun 24, 2026

Location: Fairport, NY, US, 14450

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76071

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. 

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, automotive, and solar 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

+ Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Scope of Position:

In this role, you will facilitate and direct daily production activities in one of Fairport’s operations departments to ensure control and compliance with established process controls and operation procedures. This role will also be responsible for achieving plant requirements for safety, quality, delivery, selects, uptime, throughput, and cost.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

+ Scheduling resources and prioritizing activities to assure efficient production schedule compliance to include product changeovers, upgrades, experiments, new product runs, and training to improve the skill base and flexibility of all department employees.

+ Provide daily directions to production and maintenance employees, technicians, and engineers on established procedures and policies.

+ Communicate and report production and process performance metrics to production teams, plant operations staff and functional leaders. Ensure that production targets and delivery requirements are met on a daily and weekly basis.

+ Engage with plant teams and functional groups responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements & cost reduction projects. Perform performance reviews and develop and reinforce career and talent development plans for hourly/direct labor employees.

+ Ensure that the production process is operating in compliance with established process control set-points and operating procedures. Carry out process discipline and rigorous change control. Develop, implement, and monitor training, qualification, certification, and development programs for new and experienced operators.

+ Facilitate and monitor all process/equipment changes and experimental plans involving the production process, including process improvement, new product trial runs, equipment/tooling redesign or component changes.

+ Handling monthly department spending, including variance and actions to improve; Provide input on annual budget & forecasting cycles.

+ Champion safety standards and expectations, including cleanroom protocol.

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or Science field preferred).

+ 5+ years of frontline supervisory or leadership experience in a plant manufacturing environment, with demonstrated capability to hold people and teams accountable to process control and discipline.

Desired Experience:

+ Experience applying problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies: Performance Excellence, DMAIC, Lean, data analysis, etc.

+ Experience working with ERP Systems such as SAP and MES.

+ Understanding technical details and impacts of the process and requirements for successful performance, quality, and delivery.

+ Excellent follow-up and documentation skills

+ Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups. Ability to work with all levels of the organization.

+ Good problem-solving, excellent organizational, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word proficiency

Work Hours:

+ Standard hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

+ Flexible hours may be required to support off-hour and/or weekend operation requirements

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $98,662.00 - $135,660.00 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 .

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