Process Engineer

Requisition Number: 73045

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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.

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, and automotive 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

Purpose of Position

Provide process engineering support to drive development, optimize processes, reduce costs, improve quality, and enhance production efficiency, with a focus on achieving fundamental understanding.

Day to Day 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.

Required Education and Experience:

• 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.
• ship required
  *In order to comply with Corning's government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Desired Education and Experience:

• 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

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $116,782.00 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.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include 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.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at