Warehouse/Planning Supervisor
**Date:** Nov 13, 2025
**Location:** Newton, NC, US, 28658
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 71799
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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**
The purpose of this role is to oversee and manage the various functional areas related to fiber planning, material planning, inventory management, and warehouse operations. The position will involve supervising both hourly and salaried employees.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Supervise and manage day-to-day activities for fiber planning, material planning, shipping, receiving, finished goods inventory, and raw material purchasing.
+ Maintain close collaboration with the Demand Management team, Commercial Forecast team, and Product Line teams.
+ Develop and implement inventory plans to meet customer requirements, optimize customer service, and reduce costs. Identify opportunities to improve material flow and velocity within the plant.
+ Lead and direct Production Schedulers and Material Planners to meet customer demand while managing operational and capacity constraints. Ensure order fulfillment metrics are achieved and work towards reducing lead times.
+ Analyze data on demand, capacity, and inventory to provide capacity recommendations to the Leadership team and highlight any areas of concern.
+ Manage the shipping process to ensure on-time delivery of Corning's products to domestic and international customers, while ensuring compliance with import/export regulations.
+ Foster strong relationships with internal customers and collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve issues, drive continuous improvement, and enhance supply chain effectiveness.
+ Develop the team in a safety-conscious environment that promotes empowerment and continuous improvement.
**Required Education and Experience:**
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Technical, or Business field
- Experience in planning and/or warehouse supervision
- Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
- Experience in complex, process-oriented manufacturing/production environments
- Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, direct, and develop both exempt and nonexempt employees
- Experience in scheduling and capacity management skills
**Desired Skills:**
- APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP)
- Proficiency in SAP
- Six Sigma and Lean methodologies
- Experience in procurement
- Advanced knowledge of logistics and warehousing
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $109,744.00 - $150,898.00 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.
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