Process Engineer

Corning•Newton, NC

4d•$97,286 - $133,768•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. Role Purpose Apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices to design, implement, control, and optimize manufacturing processes in fiber optic cable plant. Makes decisions independently based upon sound engineering and scientific methods. Actively participates within and beyond department boundaries to resolve process and product issues. Enhance manufacturing capabilities through the implementation of new ideas and methods. Independently manages technical projects to fulfill department goals and objectives.

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
Experience with in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with Statistical packages such as OriginPro or 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
Experience programming PLCs in a manufacturing environment
Experience with statistical process control fundamentals

Responsibilities

Analyze data to understand process capability and monitor process trends to drive continued manufacturing excellence
Provide problem solving support to production operations
Identify, advocate prioritization of, and manage process improvement and cost reduction projects based on analysis of process data. The individual is expected to utilize the scientific method to develop, test, and prove hypotheses.
Interface with operators, team leaders, and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, and safety improvements into manufacturing.
Prepare cost justifications and capital requests for any new equipment purchases that may be required to achieve project goals. Oversee all aspects of bringing new equipment into production, including preparation of financial justification, designing, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project. Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conduct equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and make provisions for spare parts stocking levels. Formally document all aspects of the project.
Establish and manage product qualification plans.
Support the transfer of new cabling technology, materials, and processes from development to production. Provide processing support during product development, develop plans as to how the equipment/processes will be employed into production and ensure that the new technology is repeatable in a production environment prior to transfer. Ensure all production and maintenance documentation is complete and accurate, such as Manufacturing Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, Preventative Maintenance, and Calibration.
Work with and train maintenance and other support personnel to improve troubleshooting skills plant-wide
In all work: Maintain and Practice Corning Values, Consider safety implications in all decisions, Regularly review and consider available process data, When applicable consider input and review data with SMEs, Make sound engineering; data driven decisions, Communicate and document changes to enable expedited future responses, Track production performance to ensure capability is maintained