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Corning Incorporated · 2 months ago

Product Development Supervisor

Keller, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $172K/yr

3+ years exp

Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking a Product Development Supervisor to lead a team in the design, development, and optimization of fiber optic enclosures, driving product innovation and ensuring project deliverables are met.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Mentor, coach, and assign engineering personnel to ensure successful execution of product design projects

Provide clear guidance on best practices in design engineering methodologies, problem-solving approaches, and decision-making

Conduct annual performance reviews, focusing on individual development plans, skill-building opportunities, and training needs

Establish and communicate a strategic vision for product development initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market demands

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation to drive team performance, meet project milestones, and deliver high-quality results

Lead collaborative efforts with industrial designers, modeling experts, material scientists, molding specialists, and manufacturing personnel to optimize product design and manufacturing processes

Identify and champion opportunities to create and protect Intellectual Property (IP) that supports Corning’s innovation strategy

Drive continuous improvement by encouraging the team to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices

Build and maintain strong relationships across Technology Development, Product Line Management, Market Development, and Manufacturing teams to align priorities and ensure seamless communication

Act as a key liaison between the local engineering team and global stakeholders, ensuring alignment with broader organizational strategies and resource sharing

Oversee day-to-day operations of the local engineering team, ensuring project timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and productivity

Qualification

Product DevelopmentNPI experienceGeometric DimensioningTolerancingPrecision manufacturingInjection molding processesFiber optic networksLeadershipConflict resolutionInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience

Product Development and/or NPI experience

Ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences

Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal skills to effectively manage team dynamics and stakeholder relationships

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience working in a global organization

Technical expertise in: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5 2009)

Precision manufacturing and measurement techniques

Injection molding processes

Knowledge of fiber optic networks, including indoor and outdoor enclosure systems

Benefits

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.