Requisition Number: 79113
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.
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, automotive, and solar 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
- Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Scope of the role:
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:- Support and maintain online and offline metrology systems used in manufacturing and quality assurance.
- Perform Measurement System Analyses, including Gauge R&R, bias, stability, and capability studies.
- Investigate and troubleshoot measurement system issues affecting production, quality, and process control.
- Analyze measurement data and identify opportunities to improve system accuracy, precision, reliability, and uptime.
- Support installation, qualification, validation, and startup activities for new gauges, sensors, and measurement technologies.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, calibration procedures, work instructions, and measurement documentation.
- Provide technical support and training to operations personnel on measurement methods, gauge usage, and data interpretation.
- Participate in root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods such as Kepner-Tregoe, risk assessment, and DMAIC.
- Track and report critical gauge health metrics, including uptime, capability, calibration status, and recurring failure modes.
- Work with equipment suppliers, contractors, and engineering teams to implement measurement system improvements.
- Support manufacturing trials, experiments, and product development activities requiring specialized measurement solutions.
- Provide occasional off-shift or weekend support when needed to resolve critical measurement-related issues or support developments.
Hours of Work / Work Schedule:- Typical schedule is Monday through Friday during normal business hours.
- Occasional evening, weekend, or off-shift support may be required for equipment issues, developments, startup activities, or production needs.
- Participation on plant weekend team with rotating coverage (typically 6-8 weekends per year, including one major holiday or one to two minor holidays).
Travel and Work Location:- The majority of the work week is spent on-site in the manufacturing plant.
- Limited travel may be required for training, company conferences, technology summits, collaboration with other plants, or equipment supplier visits.
Required Education:- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
Required Skills:- 0-3 years of Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, particularly with mechanical, electrical, electronic, or measurement systems.
- Understanding of measurement principles, instrumentation, sensors, and data collection systems. Will consider internship experience.
- Working knowledge of statistical methods such as Gauge R&R, process capability, statistical process control, control charts, and basic experimental design.
- Ability to analyze complex datasets, recognize meaningful trends, and translate findings into practical actions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing or industrial environment and manage multiple priorities.
Desired Skills:- Hands-on experience conducting and interpreting Measurement System Analysis studies.
- Experience supporting vision systems, cameras, laser gauges, dimensional measurement, thickness measurement, or other industrial sensing technologies.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma DMAIC principles and structured risk assessment.
- Experience using Kepner-Tregoe problem-solving techniques.
- Experience with automation systems, PLCs, industrial controls, or machine communication systems.
- Familiarity with Python, SQL, Power BI, JMP, Minitab, or similar data analysis tools.
- Project experience supporting equipment installations, technology integration, or process improvements.
- Understanding of calibration systems, gauge traceability, and metrology best practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Technical curiosity and a willingness to learn new measurement technologies.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple functions and with external groups.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and adapt in a rapidly changing manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
- Open, engaging, and able to build effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.
- Positive, hands-on, continuous improvement mindset.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $66,969.00 - $92,083.00 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.
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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- 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.
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.
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
