Process Engineer

Corning•Hickory, NC
•$84,932 - $116,782•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for its innovation. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions. This role is within the Optical Communications segment, focusing on enhancing manufacturing capabilities and resolving process and product issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other technical field
  • 2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment preferred
  • Creative/innovative problem solving
  • Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills
  • Able to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions
  • Results oriented and high commitment
  • The ability to learn new technology and processes quickly

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Statistical packages such as Minitab
  • Skill with Structured Problem Solving such as DMAIC or PDCA
  • Knowledge of plastic extrusion technologies, Cabling processes and equipment, and/or UV Curable technologies
  • Six Sigma Greenbelt or equivalent experience
  • Project Management including Cost Estimation, Project Planning, and Execution
  • Inventor or another 3D program experience
  • Can establish a broad network across the engineering and technology organizations
  • Good verbal/written communication and presentation skills
  • Interpersonal skills – engaging, enabling, open
  • Planning and organization
  • Effective in managing multiple priorities
  • Can give and receive coaching to/from peers and Technicians

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day problem-solving support to production operations.
  • Analyze data to understand process capability and monitor process trends to drive continued manufacturing excellence.
  • Identify process improvement and cost reduction projects based on analysis of process data, utilizing the scientific method to develop, test, and prove hypotheses.
  • Prepare cost justifications and capital requests for new equipment purchases.
  • Interface with operators, team leaders, and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, or safety improvements into manufacturing.
  • Oversee all aspects of bringing new equipment into production, including financial justification, design, specification, purchasing, spending tracking, developing training documentation, conducting equipment qualification, and initial training of production personnel.
  • Support the transfer of new cabling technology, materials, or processes from development to production.
  • Provide processing support during product development, develop plans for equipment/process implementation into production, and ensure new technology is repeatable in a production environment prior to transfer.
  • Ensure all production and maintenance documentation is completed (MI's, SOP's, PM's, and calibration).

Benefits

  • Company-wide bonuses
  • Long-term incentives
  • 100% company-paid pension benefit
  • Matching contributions to 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
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