Process Engineer
About The Position
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. 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 businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives; damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected; optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light; precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences; auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation; and solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in ceramic, materials, chemical engineering, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of engineering problem solving tools, such as: DMAIC, error proofing, scientific method, KT.
- Proven experience in process improvement and successful development initiatives.
- Strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in relevant areas.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects effectively.
- Skilled in reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, and drawing actionable conclusions from data.
- Results-driven with a high level of commitment to achieving goals.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in delivering clear and impactful presentations.
- US Citizenship required
Nice To Haves
- Project management skills
- Understanding of hypothesis testing, experiment planning and statistical analysis
- Structured development and problem-solving skills (e.g. Innovation, KT, DMAIC).
- DMAIC Six Sigma methodology
- Ability to work with production and maintenance workers in a unionized setting.
- Able to communicate priorities and influence technical direction to others.
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certified
Responsibilities
- Drive projects to achieve manufacturing performance goals for both new and existing processes.
- Identify process limitations based on current equipment and capabilities and recommend solutions to overcome them.
- Lead initiatives to gain a deeper understanding of key processes, enabling continuous improvement, yield optimization, and cost reduction.
- Provide strategic guidance to management on prioritizing projects for maximum impact.
- Apply strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes, develop solutions, and implement improvements to address process challenges and enhance overall performance.
- Manage and support critical engineering and development projects aligned with the plant’s long-term objectives.
- Collaborate with division and company resources in technology and engineering to enhance project success.
- Partner with teams on new product and process launches, raw material changes, and equipment design modifications.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
- Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan
- 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)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
