Requisition Number: 66462

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.

Scope of Position

Provides process engineering support and expertise to a manufacturing organization, focused on continuous improvement, cost reduction initiatives, troubleshooting, and resolution of equipment issues. 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

 

Work with operators, team leaders and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, or safety improvements into manufacturing. Meet the day-to-day process support and related problem-solving needs of the department, while balancing the need for project success to move the department forward. Process ownership, including the achievement process improvement and cost reduction targets through deep process understanding and rigorous data analysis. Support the transfer of new technology, materials, or processes from development to production. Including direct support of processing during product development. Ensure all production and maintenance documentation are in place and current, including, SOP's, PM's, fixing guides and calibration. 

 

Project Responsibilities:

Leads and participates in improvement projects and effective problem analysis. Supports projects and provides the guidance to all aspects of bringing new equipment into production, preparation of financial justification, designing, specifying, purchasing, achievement of established targets, required documentation, and tracking all spending related to the project. Leads, Co-Leads or supports attribute improvement projects, cost reduction projects or equipment upgrades. Supports product/process/equipment activities as a key partner and receiving, helping to ensure the success of the targeted effort, and seamlessly integrating into production. Act with urgency to close out assigned projects actions by required deadlines. Consistently and effectively communicates issues, concepts, and opportunities to partners.

 

Travel Requirements: You can expect less than 5% travel.

Work Schedule: Typically, M-F 8-5, but some off hours support will be required.

 

Requirements B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Materials/Ceramics Engineering 3 – 5 years of engineering work experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred  Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly Use of the scientific method to develop, test, and prove hypotheses 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 Can take routine data retrieval and analysis and develop a standard methodology Able to handle multiple complex tasks and set priorities with multiple internal customers Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, including formulas and graphing functions Practical experience with basic statistics, familiarity with advanced statistical methods, preferred Demonstrated leadership or teamwork in accomplishing common goals Basic knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodology Desired Skills 2-5 years demonstrated experience in their technical field with plant/ industrial production support Demonstrated results delivering technical improvements in Manufacturing. Experience designing and executing experiments; crafting hypothesis based on observations and scientific principles, and developing test methods to refute hypothesis. Experience with ceramic manufacturing. Advanced computer skills in Excel, Access, and Statistical Analysis Tools (Minitab or JMP).

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is  $83,750.00 - $115,156.00  assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.  Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.   Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.  Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.    Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.