Requisition Number: 78774
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
OverviewCorning is seeking an Operations Engineer to provide engineering support to manufacturing operations in Hickory. You will troubleshoot process and equipment issues, drive improvements in safety, quality, yield, and cost, and independently lead technical projects of moderate complexity. The role typically follows a 40-hour week with off-shift or weekend support as business needs require, and minimal travel.
Key Responsibilities- Provide day-to-day engineering support for assigned manufacturing processes and equipment, troubleshooting process, equipment, quality, and productivity issues using data and engineering fundamentals
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions, verify their effectiveness, and maintain process controls, documentation, and standard work
- Identify and execute improvements in safety, quality, yield, throughput, reliability, energy, and cost using statistical analysis and structured problem-solving tools
- Lead technical and capital projects of moderate complexity from definition through implementation, including scope, schedule, cost estimates, business justification, risk assessment, startup, training, and handoff
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Supply Chain, Finance, and Technology teams; provide clear technical recommendations and escalate safety, quality, or compliance risks
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a directly related technical discipline
- 2+ years of relevant manufacturing or engineering experience
- Experience applying data analysis and technical problem solving to manufacturing issues
- Experience executing projects from definition through implementation
Desired Qualifications- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience or certification
- Experience leading capital or productivity projects
- Experience with applicable manufacturing processes, controls, or quality systems
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $81,750.00 - $112,406.00 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.
