Plant Operations Manager - Canton, NY

Requisition Number: 70698

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, 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

Position Summary

The Plant Operations Manager oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective production while meeting quality standards and organizational goals. This role includes oversight and strategic planning for production management, maintenance, safety compliance, team leadership, and process improvement to maximize profitability, performance, and quality while meeting all safety, health, and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of an operating plan aligned with division, business, and manufacturing strategies to meet key performance objectives.
• Lead and develop production teams, foster collaboration, and drive performance to meet manufacturing and commercial objectives.
• Provide focus and direction to plant employees and leadership teams to assure knowledge and support of plant manufacturing priorities and requirements.
• Breaks down broad strategies and goals into clearly defined, measurable objectives and activities.
• Utilize operational metrics to analyze and monitor productivity, identify improvement opportunities, set performance targets, and optimize headcount.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Build effective relationships within the business, plant staff groups, and with key customers and suppliers where required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to achieve business goals.
• Shows enthusiasm toward being a member of the group; actively participates in team meetings and activities; leverages the skills and interests of coworkers to achieve goals and solve problems; supports team decisions.
• Drive accountability and expectations to develop and maintain a high performing, effective workforce.
• Manage production schedules, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Proven leadership in manufacturing or engineering, including supervisory roles preferred.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Must be an effective problem solver and communicator.
• Strong ability to grow talent and foster team development.
• Progressive responsibilities in operations and/or engineering leadership, including operations or engineering department supervisor experience.
• Experience coordinating activities within functional responsibility and collaborating with other groups to achieve results.
• *US Citizenship required

*In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience with diverse manufacturing processes and global operations preferred
• Exposure to global manufacturing and business through work or project assignments preferred.
• Exposure to and understanding of the corporate network and resources preferred.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $148,281.00 - $203,887.00 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.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.    
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .