Facilities and Maintenance Manager
About The Position
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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related technical discipline. Or equivalent experience.
- 8-10 years of experience in facilities, utilities, maintenance, engineering, or manufacturing operations.
- Minimum 2 years of second-level leadership experience.
- Experience managing industrial facilities, utility systems, or infrastructure operations.
- Strong knowledge of building systems, utility systems, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated success leading maintenance, infrastructure, or facilities improvement initiatives.
- Experience managing contractors, service providers, and capital projects.
- Budget development and management experience.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a complex manufacturing environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in solar, semiconductor, electronics, or advanced manufacturing operations.
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Extensive capital project and contractor management experience.
- Experience with environmental compliance programs and industrial utility systems.
- Knowledge of energy management and sustainability initiatives.
- Experience leading organizations within a matrixed environment.
- Proven ability to drive operational excellence through facilities and infrastructure improvements.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop facilities, utilities, and maintenance teams responsible for site infrastructure and support systems.
- Ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all facility and utility systems supporting plant operations.
- Oversee maintenance, inspection, repair, and continuous improvement of critical utility systems, including HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, water systems, wastewater systems, lighting, life safety systems, abatement equipment, and other plant infrastructure.
- Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility and utility assets.
- Monitor facility and utility performance metrics and implement improvements to maximize reliability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
- Manage facility-related capital projects including renovations, expansions, infrastructure improvements, and utility upgrades.
- Coordinate and oversee external contractors, vendors, consultants, and service providers supporting facility operations.
- Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, safety, building, regulatory, and permitting requirements.
- Develop and maintain emergency response and business continuity plans related to facility and utility systems.
- Manage facilities budgets, utility expenditures, service contracts, and capital spending.
- Support site sustainability, energy management, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, EHS, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support manufacturing objectives and facility needs.
- Establish facility standards, operating procedures, and asset management practices.
- Provide strategic planning for facility capacity, infrastructure needs, and future business growth.
- Prepare and present performance updates, capital plans, and facilities recommendations to site leadership.
- Perform other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned in support of site and business objectives.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- Company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- Medical, dental, vision
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
