Engineering Department Head/Supervisor (Mfg)

Corning • Newton, NC

118d • $125,734 - $172,884

About The Position

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. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (Engineering or Technical).
• Demonstrated track record of engineering / technical accomplishment such as delivery of sustainable incremental improvement, step change in capability / performance.
• Demonstrated delivery of results through project and organizational leadership.
• Demonstrated track record (Performance Results and People Development).
• Certified Green Belt.
• Experience in operations and/or engineering with progressive responsibilities.
• Experience managing the talent development strategy for the department, including programs to attract, develop and retain key talent.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science (Engineering or Technical).
• Experience across multiple organizations/plants.
• Knowledge of manufacturing accounting and control.
• Knowledge of manufacturing excellence tools (AME, KT, Lean).
• Experience with industrial labor relations (union facilities).
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or direct engineering resources in the development and improvement of processes and equipment.
• Achieve low cost manufacturing, superior quality/service and improved capability/capacity.
• Manage and coordinate multiple project leaders to deliver on key plant objectives.
• Manage and communicate status of key engineering initiatives that drive manufacturing performance.
• Build effective relationships with division engineering, division manufacturing, and commercial in support of execution of the plant engineering strategy.
• Provide focus and direction to direct reports to ensure professional development.
• Ensure the protection of Corning's Intellectual Property (IP); assist in definition of new IP.
• Develop technical capabilities in engineering organization.
• Champion use of scientific method to determine and resolve process upset root cause and increase process fundamental understanding within department.
• Ensure effective process and equipment change control management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Company-paid pension benefit.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family building support.
• Fitness programs.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Disease management programs.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Peer-to-peer recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree