Glass Technology Engineer, Gorilla Glass

Corning•Harrodsburg, KY

2d•$95,402 - $131,179•Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as the Glass Technologist for the Gorilla® Glass division, with primary responsibility for raw materials and glass composition technologies supporting both current and next-generation Gorilla® Glass products and processes. The position focuses on identifying gaps in raw material, composition, equipment, and process systems, while working cross-functionally with batch, autofill, melting, forming, BOD, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Commercial Technology, and R&D&E teams to ensure glass compatibility with downstream processing and customer requirements. This individual will provide technical recommendations and help drive the delivery of new glass compositions, equipment, and process systems from R&D through Division Engineering into Manufacturing, while also leveraging materials, melting, forming, and BOD expertise to support cost-effective growth, process optimization, defect reduction, problem resolution, and successful production implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in glass or chemistry related field (Ceramic, Materials or Chemical Engineering preferred)
3-5+ years in raw materials, glass/ceramic composition control and material lab environment desired.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
Methodical, data-based decision-making skills with the ability to use this data in proactively finding solutions
Understanding of basic statistical and data analysis concepts and their application in manufacturing.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Experience with MEE & Six Sigma DMAIC principles
Formal K-T problem solving & PPA leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Technical curiosity
Strong process management skills, such as rigorous application of documented procedures
Lab equipment experience (e.g. XRF, ICP, IOX, FTIR, PSD measurements, etc.)
Ability to multitask in a rapid changing environment
Environmental hazard awareness with respect to raw materials and glasses.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interface in a multicultural work environment
Flexibility
Open and engaging - able to interface effectively with others
Experience working with outside suppliers and contractors

Responsibilities

Work with MCE Division Engineering, Gorilla Glass Plants, MTE and Characterization Sciences to develop, implement and migrate glass measurements and equipment for improve precision, accuracy and reliability for Gorilla Glasses as needed.
Work with plant glass technologists to evaluate trends in chemistry, physical property and IOX data across glass compositions and locations, investigating for root cause and then proposing action plans to make improvements where necessary.
Use engineering principles and data to provide second level assistance to help solve operational issues related to glass technology and raw materials
Support and approve experiments with raw materials and glass compositions
Collaborate with internal customers, Development, Research, MCE Division Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Mixing, Melting, Forming and Product Engineering for production including new or modified raw materials, raw materials processes and technology
Use KT, risk assessment, MEE, DMAIC, Innovation and other tools to deliver results.
Provide guidance/training to other personnel on how to perform testing properly
Assist in the onboarding, validation and migration of new procedures and gauges through project work and SOP development

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses
Long-term incentives
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid parental leave
Family building support
Fitness programs
Company-paid life insurance
Disability insurance
Disease management programs
Paid time off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Recognition program