Production Planner I

Production Planner I

Date: Aug 3, 2026

Location: Winston-Salem, NC, US, 27107

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76736

**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

Corning is a world leader in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics. At Corning, we apply our unparalleled expertise in glass science and manufacturing to make products that create new industries and transform people’s lives. The Production Planner I is responsible for planning, scheduling, and optimizing production activities to ensure the reliable delivery of products to our business partners. This role sits at the intersection of operations, supply chain, and materials management — and has direct impact on how efficiently our manufacturing runs day to day.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the master production schedule based on equipment, labor, and material availability; release production orders to operations and peg finished goods to customer sales orders.

• Manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system inputs, improve planning processes, and coordinate demand recognition for new products and plant-to-plant transfers.

• Analyze plant capacity models and report capacity consumption across product lines to support production forecasting and resource planning.

• Coordinate with production coordinators, team leaders, and plant procurement to align on short- and long-term production plan execution.

• Track and report scheduling metrics and production plan performance to management; support Available to Promise (ATP) management and delivery commitment processes.

Education/Experiences – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain

• Working knowledge of SAP or another MRP/ERP system

• Understanding of core supply chain principles: planning, forecasting, capacity management, and purchasing

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills

Experiences - Desired

• Experience in cables, fiber, or industrial manufacturing environments

• Project management experience

• Continuous improvement or Lean/Six Sigma background

• Familiarity with inventory management practices

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent supply chain credential

Key Competencies

• Translates production data and MRP outputs into clear, actionable scheduling decisions

• Collaborates across operations, procurement, and sales teams to align on production priorities

• Identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts or capacity gaps with a structured, data-driven approach

• Manages multiple planning priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $63,000.00 - $86,625.00 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.

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**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.

Nearest Major Market: Winston-Salem