Cold End Process Engineer

Corning•Harrodsburg, KY

44d•$70,776 - $97,317•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible. The company's technologies impact various markets, including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar. Corning's success is driven by its people who continuously break through limitations and drive the company and the world forward. This role involves managing sheet glass process lines, focusing on achieving process objectives, identifying and reducing variation, improving processes, and supporting product development and line startups.

Requirements

Bachelors or Master's in Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Glass/Ceramics or Chemical disciplines preferred)
0-3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Ability to demonstrate fundamental understanding through science and engineering skills
Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions
Ability to use the scientific method and engineering principles to solve problems thoroughly and effectively
Ability to translate engineering solutions to process requirements that deliver and/or improve performance criteria
Experience with experimental design
Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
Results oriented and high commitment
Basic knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC / DESGN) methodology

Nice To Haves

Experience in glass manufacturing
Broad skill set in mechanical engineering principles & systems
Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification
Lean Manufacturing techniques
Personal initiative and commitment; positive attitude, flexible, and strong work ethic
Organized with good planning and time management skills
Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups; team building skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to allocate/supervise resources to accomplish goals

Responsibilities

Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues
Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts
Use rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build fundamental understanding for key process steps
Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operations
Develop and maintain systems to monitor and proactively address equipment issues and process performance
Receive and integrate new technologies to improve process capability while ensuring proper processes are followed
Recommend and implement improvements to processes and equipment
Lead and/or support projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new technology migrations into the plant
Develop and update engineering and operations documentation
Provide training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes
Work with other team members and departments to ensure that product output at each process step meets or exceeds manufacturing budgets and goals
Demonstrate subject-matter expertise of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing and engineering
Execute cost reduction and PEx projects (DMAIC/DESIGN) in line with business objectives
Develop and use project plans and timelines to achieve project goals without sacrificing safety, intellectual property, or quality
Lead and support data collection, analysis, and usage that drive improvements in process and/or equipment capability, reliability, and quality.
Engage with SMEs and peers across the wider Corning technical organization to solve problems, share knowledge, and influence technical strategy in the BOD process area.