Test & Qualification Laboratories Supervisor

Requisition Number: 77423 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. Overview Corning's Test and Qualification Laboratory provides trusted, standards-based optical testing of fiber optic products to support product innovation cycles. We are seeking a Test and Qualification Lab Supervisor to oversee lab operations and capability development of optical test systems and to provide leadership and guidance to a team of T&Q technicians and engineers. Primary Day to Day Responsibilities Supervise all activity in a fiber optic testing laboratory; responsible for product testing and qualification and the design, development, evaluation & implementation of required optical test and measurement systems, methods & procedures. Acts as primary interface from the T&Q lab to internal customers for test programs and communications. Evaluate the need for new measurement systems & measurement system automation and implement these systems according to the capability roadmap for the lab. Ensure robust calibration program in place for all laboratory test equipment. Develop & administer budgets, schedules and performance standards for the laboratory. Represent laboratory in internal and external audits, including ISO 17025. Recruit, hire, integrate talent, and develop a skilled workforce. Define capital needs for laboratory equipment, write AR’s, order and implement equipment into the lab. Build global linkages to other testing groups within Corning to further the group’s expertise and capability.  Effectively…