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Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

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Date: Mar 26, 2025

Location: McAllen, TX, US, 78501

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 67798

 

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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. ​  

 

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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.

 

Role Purpose:

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that the products (direct and raw materials) produced by Corning suppliers meet the quality standards that are set. This role will work closely with suppliers, Corning receiving plants, and GSM to effectively manage the quality of the supplied materials.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage supplier quality performance, conduct supplier audits, and ensure supplier compliance with quality standards.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to identify and rectify quality issues. Use problem-solving techniques, Six Sigma tools, statistical analysis, and other methodologies to improve supplier quality.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve supply chain efficiency.
  • Supplier Development: Develop and maintain partnerships with suppliers. Train suppliers on quality requirements and monitor their performance.
  • Review supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to define process parameters, and ensure that supplier processes meet quality requirements.
  • Ensure proper documentation of supplier quality data, audits, non-conformances, corrective actions, and quality tests.
  • Ensure suppliers comply with relevant regulations and standards in their products and processes.
  • Manage projects related to supplier quality, such as new supplier qualifications, process changes, and corrective action implementation.
  • Ensure product integrity by the execution of the product quality architecture strategy (APQP and IATF Core tools)
  • Perform Quality Systems, Process and Product Audits, using applicable Quality Standards and specifications– to ensure that processes comply with Corning Quality Requirements.
  • Collaborate with the various Corning Supplier Quality teams
  • Provide periodic progress updates on execution of the roadmap

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of science in engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality engineering, supplier quality or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
  • Proficient in quality-related tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, statistical analysis, etc.
  • Excellent problem-solving and project management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Languages

  • English – fluent, use daily
  • Spanish – fluent, use daily

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Certified DMAIC Black Belt
  • Knowledge of ERP/QMS platforms (SAP, ETQ, SharePoint, Windchill)
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
  • TL9000/ISO9001 Auditor experience

 

Travel Requirement: Up to 50%, majority to Reynosa, Mexico Campus.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $90,614.00 - $124,595.00 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.

 

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, and career from day one

  •  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.  

 

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.


Nearest Major Market: Mc Allen

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