Process Engineering Supervisor

Corning • Concord, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. 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. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. 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. And so much more. Come break through with us. 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 Overview: We are seeking a skilled Process Engineer Lead to provide leadership to the Process Engineering group and provide technical leadership in the design, installation, commissioning, and startup of equipment across our optical fiber and cable manufacturing operations. This role ensures new and existing processes meet design capability and supports the resolution of process deviations to maintain high operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Ceramic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5+ years of manufacturing, leadership, or related experience.
• Strong data acquisition, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and decision‑making abilities across all organizational levels.
• Solid understanding of core process variables (e.g., pressure, flow, temperature, rate).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in optical fiber manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Power BI, Microsoft Office, Teams, and MS Project.
• Background in manufacturing or construction environments with a strong safety focus.
• Proven ability to proactively identify problems and manage projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Process Engineers and Technicians to complete design, install, debug, validate, and optimize development equipment.
• Assign resources to projects to ensure successful project deployment and growth of the individual.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, IT, Supply Chain, Safety, and Environmental teams.
• Plan and conduct experiments; analyze data to drive improvements in process capability.
• Require clear equipment handover criteria for receiving operations.
• Ensure start-up and debug checklists are utilized to support smooth commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and deliver training for operations personnel.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
• 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, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager