Project Manager

Requisition Number: 68944

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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.

Purpose of Position:

Position will be responsible for leading engineering and operations teams working with product development, division engineering and manufacturing to execute projects for Capacity Expansion, New Product Introduction and Cost Reduction needs based on OCS Division priorities.  The initial focus for this specific position is to support HSDC New Product Introduction and capacity expansion.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
•    Defines and executes a project plan, including financial and resource planning that enables the project to scale appropriately in each stage to meet project objectives and remain within budget. Drives the project's progress, reconfirming the project's value proposition, and recommending scope changes of the project to leadership, as appropriate
•    Ensures technical work is organized and executed on time, to acceptable safety and quality standards
•    Monitors for changes in customer requirements/scope or other assumptions and resolves impact on the project's strategy, business case, business model, predicted level of risk, resource requirements, speed, and value proposition. 
•    Works with customers during each stage to keep them engaged, to lead the scope of the project, and to interpret their perception of the product being developed, the equipment being installed, or process improvement being implemented.
•    Handles the information flow related to project direction, issues, needs, and progress with key project constituencies including business leadership, internal customers, and team members.
•    Develops and leads a compelling business case (including P&L and balance sheet implications) and value proposition for the product relative to the division’s strategy, market needs, and competition. Identifies technical and manufacturing levers to improve the project's business case. Ensures product testing and evaluation to confirm the initial value proposition, build fundamental understanding of the technology that enables continued differentiation, and ensure manufacturing implementation of requirements are met.
•    Ensures that intellectual property is protected
•    Utilizes best practices in project management to organize and execute project activities, including leveraging Performance Excellence tools and Critical Chain project management as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

•    Bachelors Degree required, technical field (Engineering or Physical Sciences) preferred. 
•    Experience in optics and any advanced degree (MBA, Masters) a plus.
•    8 years experience with Project Management / Leadership in leading internal or external teams
•    3 years or more of experience leading projects implemented in a manufacturing environment
•    Experience leading cross functional teams (engineering, technical, operations) in planning and execution of projects, risk management, problem solving and execution of strategy
•    Experience communicating project updates across multiple organizational levels
•    Ability to develop strong relationships with manufacturing, technology and Product Line Management Stakeholders
•    Able to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment, with a bias toward action.
•    Experience with a New Product and Process Development Process
•    Experience creating project plans, launching new projects effectively and managing budgets and timelines

Desired Qualifications:

•    Proven technical aptitude with ability to discern technical approaches by asking the right questions of the team 
•    Experience leading Automation or Equipment-focused Projects
•    Experience leading cost reduction initiatives and ensuring project monitors and meets cost targets
•    Experience with Cost Modeling and business case validation
•    Entrepreneurial attitude and approach toward creating new engineered products
•    A passionate and creative problem solver
•    Organized, meticulous attention to detail, self-starter, and motivated
•    Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools (Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Project).
•    Proven ability to lead a team and maintain a positive work environment while delivering on time

Travel Requirements:
We anticipate up to 25% travel for this role at times depending on the project. May involve international travel.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $116,625.00 - $160,360.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• 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.     
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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