Equipment Portfolio Manager

Corning•Town of Canton, NY

40d•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 is seeking an Equipment Portfolio Manager to deliver strong project leadership through all project phases, develop clear project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and Appropriation Request (AR) documentation. This role will act as the site's Capital COE subject matter expert, develop and deliver concise project presentations to leadership for funding, and lead, coach, and train project leads. The position may involve duties in facilities, equipment, and manufacturing disciplines. The manager will oversee capital and expense project portfolios for the manufacturing site using Planview Portfolios, lead the five-year planning process for capital, project expense, and experimental/development budgets, and work towards achieving objectives and goals in accordance with established policies. Work is reviewed based on meeting objectives and schedules. The role involves frequent interaction with project managers, customers, and functional peer groups, and potentially senior management, concerning matters between functional areas, other company divisions, or customers.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering, business or related field
5+ years experience in manufacturing environment
Expertise in planning, execution, budgeting, and resource allocation for capital projects.
Knowledge of Problem Solving tools, such as: DMAIC, MEE, error proofing, KT.
Skilled in developing business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and budget management.
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop project teams.
Understanding of facilities, equipment, manufacturing processes, and compliance standards.
Strong analytical skills to identify risks and implement effective solutions.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Planview Portfolios) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Results-oriented with a high commitment to achieving goals.
Flexible and able to manage shifting priorities, uncertainty, and change.
Collaborative across organizational boundaries and teams.
US Citizenship required
In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Nice To Haves

MBA
Structured problem solving skills (e.g. KT, DMAIC).
Project management skills
DMAIC Six Sigma methodology
Green Belt Certified
Proficient in collaborative workspace environments such as Teams and SharePoint
Project estimation, cost control, and scheduling experience
Experience supervising/coaching personnel

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of capital projects, including initiation, planning, implementation, and closeout.
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and Appropriation Request (AR) documentation.
Develop comprehensive business cases, including cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, and alignment with strategic objectives, to support project funding and decision-making.
Serve as the site’s Capricorn subject matter expert (SME).
Deliver project presentations to plant and division leadership for funding approval.
Coach, train, and guide project leads to enhance project management capabilities.
Manage capital and expense project portfolios using Planview Portfolios or similar tools.
Oversee five-year planning for capital, expense, and experimental/development budgets.
Monitor project performance metrics and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and senior management to ensure project success.
Recommend and implement policy changes to improve project and portfolio management processes.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical oversight for facilities, equipment, and manufacturing-related projects.