Operations Process Engineer

Corning • Harrodsburg, KY

69d • $83,750 - $115,156

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. Corning's Mobile Consumer Electronics segment manufactures chemically strengthened cover and back glass, such as Gorilla Glass for the consumer electronics market. The purpose of this position is to drive operational excellence by analyzing, designing, and optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, improving quality, and ensuring seamless workflows across the organization.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Ceramics, Chemistry preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering, operations, or similar roles in manufacturing or production environments.
• 0-3 years supervisory/management experience.
• Excellent leadership skills, ability to work at all levels of the organization, continuously mentor, coach or teach.
• Critical decision-making skills to troubleshoot and act under pressure.
• Ability to drive to root cause analysis and direct engineering solutions.
• Understand and own multiple areas in the plant to prioritize and assign work and resources.
• Manage multiple tasks at once.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
• Basic statistical knowledge.
• Understanding of manufacturing systems/operations.
• Lean manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Design and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to monitor process performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and systems to enhance operational capabilities.
• Train and support staff in adopting new processes and tools.
• Monitor and report on the progress of process improvement projects to key stakeholders.
• Provide daily direction to operations employees using established guidelines, procedures, and policies.
• Communicate and report operations performance metrics to production teams, plant operations staff and functional leaders.
• Ensure production targets and delivery requirements are met on a daily and weekly basis.
• Hold operators accountable for adherence to established procedures and operating setpoints for process control.
• Build effective relations with plant support groups, including operations, melting, forming, BOD, quality and safety.
• Receive and integrate new technologies to improve process capability while ensuring proper processes are followed.
• Audit both Mixing and Operations documentation for adherence to current practices per ISO required frequency.
• Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects.
• Ensure the protection of Corning's Intellectual Property (IP).
• Deploy positive employee relations strategy and communicate openly and honestly with employees at all levels.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
• Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan.
• Health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees