Forming Process Engineering Supervisor

Forming Process Engineering Supervisor

Date: May 29, 2026

Location: Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74642

**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:

Deliver improved manufacturing performance through improved execution, maintenance and operational ownership in various areas of the plant. Support daily operations in process troubleshooting and problem-solving manufacturing process issues, driving continuous improvement and cost reduction to achieve plant requirements for safety, quality, delivery, selects, uptime, throughput, and cost. Apply technical knowledge and practices to effectively to solve difficult technical, operational and engineering related problems.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Leads daily cross-functional problem-solving with production, maintenance, and engineering; ensures timely containment, root cause identification, and sustainable corrective actions

• Sets priorities and coordinates resources to resolve process/equipment issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, uptime, throughput, and cost

• Provides operational ownership for assigned areas by establishing standard work, visual management, and escalation paths to drive stable execution

• Coaches operators, team leaders, and peers in Lean, 5S, and safety practices; reinforces adherence to standards and verifies effectiveness in the field

• Develops and communicates project charters, timelines, and cost estimates for process improvements; aligns stakeholders and drives execution to meet manufacturing objectives

• Facilitates data-driven technical understanding of key process steps and ensures learnings are documented, shared, and incorporated into procedures and training

• Leads or sponsors focused projects and change management activities (process/equipment changes, trial runs, equipment/tooling redesign, raw material/batch/component changes), including risk assessment and implementation readiness

• Ensures material, process, and equipment changes are reviewed, documented, and controlled; tracks results and drives follow-up actions to sustain gains

• Partners with operations leadership to develop and implement training and development plans for operators and engineers; mentors others to build capability and improve performance

Hours of work/work schedule/flextime:

Typically, 8-5 M-F, including off-hour, weekend, and holiday hours as needed to support 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Travel Requirements: Less than 10% travel.

Required Education & Experience:

BS in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials, or Mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing, including 1+ years leading through others (e.g., project/team lead, shift/team leadership, or cross-functional initiative leadership).

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated project leadership experience (leading cross-functional teams, setting scope/schedule, managing risks, and driving accountable execution)

• Strong ability to lead in a matrix environment—aligning stakeholders, clarifying roles, and driving decisions while partnering effectively across functions

• Results-oriented leader who sets direction and priorities, removes barriers, and delivers outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Strong technical curiosity and learning agility; translates technical understanding into clear direction, standards, and capability building for others

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; proficient in quality and continuous improvement tools (e.g., Kepner-Tregoe, Performance Excellence, Project Management tools) and able to facilitate structured problem solving with teams

• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a 24/7 operation; strong organizational, planning, and follow-through skills

• Track record of driving measurable improvements through others (small-to-medium projects, production support, and sustainment of gains)

• Effective written and verbal communication across all levels; able to influence, present recommendations, and gain alignment

• Experience leading technical work with operators/technicians and partnering with maintenance and engineering to improve execution and reliability

• Strong working knowledge of standard business and engineering software tools (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, statistical analysis tools, MS Project or other scheduling tools)

• Constructive conflict management—builds alignment, seeks win-win solutions, and resolves issues at the right level with appropriate escalation when needed

• Performs effectively under stressful/emergency situations; maintains composure and leads coordinated response and recovery

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated results delivering technical and operational improvements in manufacturing through coaching, standard work, and change management

• Experience with ceramic manufacturing and understanding of process management systems, process control, and discipline techniques

• Advanced data analysis capability (Excel, Access, Minitab or JMP) to enable teams to make data-driven decisions

• Prior experience developing others (mentoring, onboarding, training content, or informal leadership roles)

• Shift supervisory or team-lead experience in a production environment

• Proven ability to manage and deliver on multiple priorities while maintaining stakeholder alignment and visibility

• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of technical backgrounds and experience levels

• Strong interpersonal skills—engaging, enabling, open; builds trust and accountability

Soft Skills:

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and multitasking will be significant skills for success. Looking for a positive teammate who is customer-focused, open, and approachable to effectively collaborate in teams in a multi-cultural environment and across all levels of the organization.

• Do you have strong verbal and written communication skills?

• Are you a self-starter with the technical curiosity to learn and bring new ideas?

• Does your flexibility and dedication to succeed support a positive can-do attitude?

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $82,473.00 - $113,401.00 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.

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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.

• 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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia