Raw Materials Engineer

Corning•Wilmington, NC

3d•$112,243 - $154,335•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in materials science, known for its innovations in glass, ceramics, and related materials. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions, serving both carrier and enterprise networks. This role is crucial for developing expertise in raw materials used in optical fiber production, aiming to reduce costs, ensure supply, and improve material quality.

Requirements

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or Engineering or Chemistry.
Experience with polymers a plus.
Background and 10 or more years of experience or Ph.D. (same fields) with 5 or more years of manufacturing experience to understand how the raw materials interact with manufacturing equipment, fiber attributes and quality systems.
Experience with raw materials specifications and use in a manufacturing environment
Thorough understanding of manufacturing and quality systems
Detailed understanding of chemical and fluid systems
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in data collection and analysis
Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering first principles to solve complex technical problems
Project management experience coordinating multiple interrelated tasks
Makes sound technical decisions within and outside primary area of expertise
Collaborates effectively across cross-functional teams and organizational levels to advance shared project outcomes
Communicates technical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Manages multiple concurrent priorities effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with optical fiber and cable UV curable coatings and inks.
Polymers background
Experience in a manufacturing facility to understand data systems and quality systems.
Six Sigma/DMAIC Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification.
Project management experience.
Understanding of UV curable materials.

Responsibilities

Understand the function of each raw material used in optical fiber manufacturing.
Develop into the subject matter expert for raw materials.
Use understanding of OFC raw material requirements to enable cost reduction, improve quality or develop a more diverse and secure supply chain.
Understand the drivers for cost and quality in the portfolio of UV curable coatings.
Supervise the Manufacturing Coating Engineer.
Lead or assist teams in resolving performance problems or quality issues.
Develop an understanding of what is required to test and implement raw materials from new suppliers, new specifications and new vendors.
Interact with Global Supply Management (GSM) on all raw material concerns.
Assist with adjustments to priorities as dictated by business conditions.
Sponsor and lead projects for cost reduction, better performance, higher quality, increased capacity or other strategic initiatives.