IT MES Analyst

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Date: Jul 21, 2026

Location: Fairport, NY, US, 14450

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76554

 

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.  

 

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies.  Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes.  IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

 

Are you passionate about manufacturing systems, technology, and solving complex problems? We’re looking for an MES Analyst to help support and enhance our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) environment. In this role, you’ll partner with teams across operations, engineering, quality, and IT to improve shop floor systems, streamline manufacturing processes, and support critical system integrations.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Support, maintain, and improve MES applications in a manufacturing environment
  • Gather business and technical requirements from cross-functional teams
  • Configure and enhance MES workflows, production data collection, traceability, and reporting
  • Develop and support custom scripts, integrations, and interfaces with systems like ERP, SCADA, PLCs, and historians
  • Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions
  • Assist with system upgrades, testing, validation, deployment, and documentation
  • Train users and provide ongoing support to manufacturing teams
  • Help ensure systems remain secure and compliant in a regulated environment, including ITAR requirements

 

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field. Additional 2+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • 6 months+ experience supporting or administering MES systems in manufacturing environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, shop floor operations, and quality systems

 

Preferred

  • Experience with MES platforms like Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, or similar
  • Hands-on experience with SQL, databases, and software development/scripting (C#, Java, Python, or similar)
  • Experience with system integrations, APIs, web services, or middleware
  • Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems
  • Experience integrating MES with SCADA, PLCs, OPC-UA, historians, or IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) platforms
  • Background working in regulated or controlled environments

 

Why Join Us? This is a great opportunity to play a key role in connecting manufacturing and IT, improving critical systems, and driving operational efficiency in a highly collaborative environment.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $65,163.00 - $89,600.00 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. 

 

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.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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