Quality Engineering Supervisor

Requisition Number: 77021   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   We are seeking a strong and experienced  Quality Leader  to lead a team responsible for sustaining and continuously improving the overall  Quality Management System  at our Trivium facility. In this role, you will ensure our customers’  Critical to Quality  requirements are consistently met by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including  Process Engineering, Technology, and Product Line Management .   This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex quality challenges, and is passionate about developing people and systems.   Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive leadership in  problem solving, issue resolution, and follow-through  on quality-related issues impacting manufacturing Coach, mentor, and oversee team members in their  daily responsibilities  and longer-term objectives Identify development opportunities for team members and support execution of their growth plans Partner with  Technology and Engineering  on product enhancements, new product designs, and product transfers to ensure customer specifications and expectations can be met Lead the team in understanding both  internal and external customer needs , ensuring expectations are consistently achieved through monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and continuously improving plant quality systems Execute and implement the  Product Quality Architecture strategy Engage with various levels of leadership regarding quality performance, quality-related issues, and structured problem solving Lead efforts to reduce  customer returns and notifications  by driving rigorous corrective action methodologies Ensure the plant maintains a robust  Quality Management System  aligned with company standards and  TL9000 requirements Oversee key departmental quality functions such as:

Incoming inspection of raw materials Calibration systems Optical test equipment support

Bachelor’s degree  in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or other relevant technical discipline 5+ years of experience  in a manufacturing environment, or military experience in a technical leadership role Demonstrated  track record of delivering results Broad experience across  manufacturing