Requisition Number: 74970
Role PurposeThe Industrial Engineer supports hands-on operational improvement initiatives across the AMPS manufacturing site. This role is responsible for improving PM green-to-green performance, reducing unplanned downtime, lowering scrap and rework, improving yield, standardizing operating practices, and supporting ramp-up of current and future production lines.
This position works across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Automation/IT to support measurable factory performance improvement through KPI-based execution, structured problem solving, and cross-functional coordination. The role also supports development of the automation and data environment needed to improve performance visibility, operational control, and scalable manufacturing execution.
Key Responsibilities- Support continuous improvement initiatives across assigned production lines, toolsets, or value streams
- Assist in improving PM green-to-green time through standardization, lean methods, and optimized workflows
- Support reduction of unplanned downtime using structured problem solving and root cause analysis
- Support scrap reduction, rework reduction, and yield improvement efforts
- Develop and maintain standard work, visual controls, and operating procedures
- Track and analyze key factory KPIs related to uptime, PM performance, yield, scrap, and execution
- Translate manufacturing data into clear problem statements, action items, and follow-up needs
- Support cross-functional accountability by coordinating updates, tracking commitments, and following through on assigned improvement actions
- Support process improvement efforts such as work order changes, line transitions, startup readiness, and operator/technician workflows
- Support startup, ramp-up, and optimization of new production lines
- Partner with Engineering and Automation/IT to support implementation of automation-enabled solutions that improve KPI reporting, process visibility, and operational control
- Use manufacturing and automation system data to identify losses, support root cause analysis, and verify results
- Document improvement activities, measure results, and communicate progress to the Industrial Engineering Manager and site stakeholders
- Support training and coaching efforts related to structured problem solving and data-driven decision making
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field) or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, process engineering, continuous improvement, or operations excellence
- Experience supporting improvement initiatives in a hands-on production environment
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, standardization, waste elimination, and root cause problem solving
- Experience using KPIs and performance data to identify issues and support improvement actions
- Experience supporting implementation of automation-enabled solutions to improve process performance, visibility, control, or execution in a manufacturing environment
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively on the factory floor and drive disciplined execution
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in high-volume manufacturing
- Experience improving PM performance, maintenance workflows, or equipment uptime
- Experience supporting scrap reduction, yield improvement, and operational standardization
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Familiarity with SAP, MES, CMMS, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar manufacturing and reporting systems
- Familiarity with automation systems, PLCs, SCADA, HMI interfaces, or related digital manufacturing technologies
- Experience supporting line startup, ramp-up, factory expansion, or operating model transitions
Position ImpactThe Industrial Engineer supports factory performance improvement and helps build the standardized, automation-enabled operating environment required for AMPS to transition, ramp, and scale successfully.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $86,197.00 - $118,521.00 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, 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.
