Process Engineer

Requisition Number: 73853

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.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Scope of Position:

• Supports or leads continuous improvement activities, new product or process introductions and cost reduction projects.
• Support manufacturing improvement initiatives, including fundamental understanding, variability reduction, defect reduction and process control improvement.
• Improve existing manufacturing processes and capabilities with a focus on machining technology
• Develop methods and processes to improve existing products.
• Develop methods and processes to implement new die technology and processes.
• Works with other team members to solve difficult technical, engineering related problems.
• Supports drive to fundamental process understanding and lowest cost producer objectives.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering expertise and leadership for process technologies within identified modules/work areas in the IDM facility
• Manufacturing problem solving as needed in support of operations, including root cause identification and resolution.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges.
• Engages with Die Development teams to support new die introductions through equipment installation, process certification, documentation, and training.
• Trains operators and trades personnel on new equipment and processes.
• Uses rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build detailed technical understanding for key process steps.
• Functions as a team member or team leader on focused projects.
• Trouble shoots material, process and equipment issues, identifies root cause and implements corrective action.
• Implements and documents material, process and/or equipment changes.
• Uses simple statistical tools and Designed Experiments (DOE) in process problem solving and process improvement; Uses more sophisticated statistical tools and DOE techniques in problem solving and process/product improvement.
• Assure quality and repeatability of processes and products.
• Assures safety of operators and equipment and complies with safety and environmental regulations.
• Develops SME knowledge of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing or engineering.
• Executes cost reduction and improvement (DMAIC) projects in line with business objectives.

Travel Requirements:

• Very little travel expected (<5%)

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:

• Standard hours (M-F 8-5)
• Flexible hours may be required to support off-hours experimentation on weekends and evenings.

Education and Experience:

• BS or MS in Engineering (Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical, or Manufacturing Technology)
• 3-5 years of engineering work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Exposure to Lean and Six Sigma principles

Required Skills:

• Technical competence and mechanical aptitude in machining process engineering
• Aptitude for successfully driving to root cause and implementing step change improvement in manufacturing.
• Project leadership aptitude, including ability to achieve results through teams.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at technical problem-solving and decision-making.
• Track record of troubleshooting and supporting manufacturing processes through PCPD, LEAN, and DMAIC improvements
• Strong use data analysis and interpretation to drive process improvements
• Strongly results oriented.
• Able to handle multiple complex tasks and set priorities with multiple internal customers.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Practical experience with basic statistics, familiarity with advanced statistical methods.
• The ability to organize and lead small groups of cross functional teams

Desired Skills:

• Six Sigma Green Belt trained
• Demonstrated technical expertise in process improvement, measurement, characterization or ceramics processing
• Statistical software competence
• Documentation (technical writing), machine specification SOP guides and machine qualifications
• Basic understanding of Corning Environmental Tecnology Products, Filters and Subtsrates
• Experience working in a Union environment
• Inspection equipment experience
• Experience with External vendors and equipment suppliers

Soft Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Technical curiosity and personal integrity (We live the Corning Values)
• Personal initiative and commitment; able to function independently
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and integrate new learnings into project plans
• Organized with good planning and time management skills
• Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups; team building skills
• Positive attitude, flexible and good work ethic

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $116,782.00 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, 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. 

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.