QA Engineer

Corning•Harrodsburg, KY

22h•$67,237 - $92,451•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science innovation. Our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible, from deep-sea exploration to space travel. We achieve this through our people, who consistently break through limitations and drive progress. At Corning, there are endless possibilities to make an impact, whether it's connecting the unconnected, advancing automotive technology, transforming home entertainment, or ensuring the delivery of life-saving medicines. Our businesses are constantly evolving to serve customers, industries, and consumers across various markets, including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar. We are dedicated to changing the world with trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, damage-resistant cover glass for connected devices, high-speed optical fiber, precision glass for advanced displays, auto glass and ceramics for cleaner transportation, and innovative solar energy solutions.

Requirements

Bachelors in a Technical field (Engineering preferred)
Minimum of 1-2 + years' in manufacturing/process experience; quality experience preferred, will consider internship experience.
Familiarity with product specifications and measurements
Technical curiosity and independent, self-directed leader
Ability to learn and understand multiple areas in the plant in order to prioritize work and resources
Ability to manage multiple tasks at once
Ability to drive to root cause analysis and direct Engineering solutions
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal to all levels of an organization
Ability to learn and develop quality systems
Ability to articulate risks and influence decisions on product quality
Ability to make decisions independently based upon sound engineering and scientific methods
Strong problem solving skills
Ability to design, execute and analyze experiments using statistical tools
Experience with data collection and data analysis software and techniques, including Excel, SPC XL, Pi, Access, etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of statistical methodology
Experience coaching/mentoring
Experience leading/managing in a Quality organization
Statistical Process Control understanding
DMAIC Green Belt training/certification
Experience with ISO 9001 or similar certification process
Ability to work within a team environment (strong team player)
Proven self-starter – able to effectively manage high levels of uncertainty and change
Quick learner
Customer focused

Responsibilities

Management of customer specifications integration to manufacturing and monitor attribute results for continual improvement opportunities
Participate as a Quality Representative on New Product / New Equipment Teams to ensure all new products and processes meet Quality Requirements. Make updates/changes to plant Quality Systems as needed to accommodate new products and processes.
Acts as plant representative on division quality teams for new products, and existing quality systems audits.
Facilitates root cause analysis on products and processes not meeting specified requirements. Works with supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering on completing sustainable solutions which are compliant with our quality system and customer agreements.
Participates in quality system improvements including those focused on product disposition tools and inventory management.
Engage with IT and controls to provide accessible and integrated data associated with product measurements
Evaluates the impact of product, process and equipment changes on product attributes and quality architectures including capability assessments.
Analyze data to develop, implement and measure internal attribute targets and improvement plans.
Understand internal and external customers’ stated and implied needs as well as ensuring their expectations are met every time by monitoring, maintaining, supporting and continuously improving plant quality systems.