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Packaging Engineer

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Date: Mar 11, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601 Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73694

 

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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.​   

 

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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.

Scope of Position

The purpose of this position is to collaborate, design, validate and implement packaging solutions that encompass 3 key areas around cost savings, sustainability and meeting customer requirements.  All of these areas are integral parts of the COC Packaging Program within Corning and include innovation, standardization and optimization of existing packaging solutions to deliver improvements in cost, capability, and quality, and providing manufacturing and commercial support for packaging related issues.  The Packaging Engineer will collaborate with internal and external partners to identify appropriate packaging materials and develop packaging designs that meet specifications and add value to customer requirements. The Packaging Engineer will work with internal cross functional team partnerships - including Product Line Management, Sourcing, Manufacturing/ Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Sustainability, customer facing roles and key packaging suppliers to achieve functional packaging and support Corning COC Packaging Program KPIs. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Optimize total packaging cost across including but not limited to materials, manufacturing, product and customer requirements, distribution, transportation, and sustainability.
  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for packaging materials and design, partnering with manufacturing, quality, logistics, and commercial teams.
  • Identify and implement packaging improvements opportunities and new technologies that enhance cost effectiveness, quality, value to the customer and capability for new and existing products.
  • Define and develop new package requirements for the implementation of innovative and cost-effective packaging solutions working with paper corrugate, plastics, reels (plastic, fiberboard, steel, or wood), and pallets.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, test reports, project plans, 1-page proposals and project summaries.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • A minimum of 3+ years of experience in packaging design and development
  • Demonstrated knowledge of packaging processes, designs, materials and manufacturing processes
  • Strong communication skills
  • Project management skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Experience in technical testing and evaluating packaging materials and designs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Advanced English verbal and written skills
  • SAP proficiency
  • Packaging automation knowledge
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards for packaging.

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 25% including international travel.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $84,873.00 - $116,701.00 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.

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 accommodations@corning.com.


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