Requisition Number: 77512
Role PurposeIn this role, you have the opportunity to impact the corporation by combining your understanding of manufacturing processes with disciplined problem-solving methods to deliver direct impact to the company bottom line. Project assignments vary widely and can include deep study into fundamental understanding of glass, ceramic or molding processes, qualification of new equipment, augmenting manufacturing operations, identifying process improvements, finding ways to increase throughput and capacity or identifying needed technology to impact capability.
In addition to manufacturing know-how, you will have an opportunity to use project management skills to manage timelines, costs and deliverables.
MTE process engineering has a unique role in that you will be assigned to various projects across the entire corporation depending on the priority or urgency of any project. The Chemical and Process Engineering leadership is committed to provides relevant training to our team by focusing on the fundamentals of manufacturing excellence and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and support the design and development of new processes or improvement to existing processes at Corning facilities worldwide
- Lead yourself and teams towards solving problems and improving processes based on fundamental understanding and structured problem solving methods such as KT, Designed Experimentation, or Six Sigma.
- Lead the implementation of Process Control and Process Discipline systems into manufacturing operations, as well as, use your analytical skills to analyze process data using statistical tools (e.g. pareto, regression, time charting, analysis of variance, gauge R&R, etc.).
- Other responsibilities include measuring and communicating performance against established objectives, reviewing and interpreting data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long term corrective actions, follow-up experiments, etc., and documenting processes and mentoring operators and peers on defined processes
Travel Requirements:Must be available for significant (up to 75%) travel within the North Carolina region, including a potential to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.
Experiences/Education - RequiredEducation required:We require a minimum of BS in chemical, materials, ceramic or mechanical engineering (MS preferred) and 5+ years hands-on experience in engineering/manufacturing with a track record of successfully solving process problems based on fundamental understanding
Required Skills:• Demonstrated use of scientific method and engineering principles to solve problems thoroughly and effectively, using well-designed and executed processes and experiment plans
• Ability to determine and recommend best solution from a series of alternatives within production facility guidelines
• Strong data analysis and statistical skills; Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Minitab, or equivalent
• Basic process capability / run charting and trend charting experience
• Deep knowledge of Process excellence
• Experience completing projects in a manufacturing organization - including communication (written and verbal to leadership) and appropriate documentation
• Able to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions
Experiences/Education - Desired• Knowledge of Corning's businesses
• Prior experience in a plant or division engineering group
• Strong internal Corning network
• Performance Excellence training - ideally, green belt or higher certification - LEAN Manufacturing
• PMP certification
• Mechanical aptitude/equipment understanding
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $97,286.00 - $133,768.00 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.
