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Date: Dec 6, 2024

Location:

Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66007

Corning is vital to progress -- in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we're always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

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

Purpose of the Position: The Machining Cell Leader will be responsible for overseeing the operation of the machining cell, managing production schedules, ensuring quality standards, and leading a team of machinists to achieve production targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining operations, team leadership, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the machining cell, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management to meet production targets and customer demand.
• Supervise and mentor a team of machinists, operators, and technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and production procedures.
• Maintain equipment and tooling, performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and coordinating with maintenance and facilities teams to minimize downtime and maximize uptime.
• Ensure a safe working environment, enforcing safety policies and procedures, conducting safety training sessions, and promoting a culture of safety awareness and compliance among team members.
• Maintain accurate production records, work instructions, and documentation, ensuring traceability and accountability for all activities performed within the machining cell.

Work Hours

• Rotating shift
• Managing a 24/7 plant structure, so occasional support when needed.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent

3+ years of working experience in operations

Proven leadership skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team of machinists and technicians to achieve production goals and objectives.

Strong technical expertise in machining principles, tooling design, cutting parameters, and CNC programming, with hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting CNC machine tools.

Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, gauges, and metrology techniques used for q