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Quality Engineer, Salt Lake City

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Date: May 8, 2025

Location: Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84107

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 68542

 

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.  



As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Role Purpose

Reporting directly to the Quality Site Lead, this position focuses on product quality, improving processes and cost reduction.  This position also supports the introduction of new products and process changes to meet plant goals. This position works closely with other functions within the organization (Engineering, Operations, Development and Procurement) and is responsible for the processes for all product lines including NCMR, validations, quality plans, MSA, Sterilization program, etc.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Knowledge and application of the ISO 13485 Quality Management System standard.
  • Ensures adequacy of product Quality and compliance to requirements.  Reviews test data to ensure results meet all specifications and input data (as applicable)
  • Drives continuous improvement in Quality, manufacturing and cost reduction for the site.
  • Optimize sampling plans and sampling methods for QC and manufacturing.
  • Collaborates with plant and division innovation teams to evaluate new product needs and translate them to meaningful plant specifications.
  • Performs validations, test protocols, equipment qualifications or special assignments under general supervision.
  • Manages site sterilization program, ensuring compliance to protocols.
  • Authors and/or performs reviews of various technical documentation, SOPs, and specifications.
  • Develops and maintains a high level of product, analytical, and process knowledge.
  • Performs internal and external auditing.
  • Provides training to employees, as needed (new procedures, technical training, etc.).
  • Ensures changes to process meet product quality, compliance, cost, and productivity targets.
  • Performs root cause investigations of customer complaints and internal product defects.  Implements corrective and preventative actions to address non-conforming product.

Required Education and Experience

  • Minimum BS degree required - Technical field (Engineering or Technical degree) preferred
  • Minimum one year of quality experience in related industry/field (preferably manufacturing of medical devices) required
  • Experience with quality and statistic tools such as sampling plans, AQL, 5WHY, DMAIC fishbone, gauge R&R, MS, etc. 
  • Knowledge/experience in a regulated industry (cGMP, GLP, ISO, etc.).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
  • Demonstrated use of root cause and problem solving skills to resolve technical issues.
  • Project management skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Methodical, data-based decision-making skills with the ability to use this data in actively finding solutions.
  • Self-starter; ability to drive projects to closure.

Desired Experience

  • Experience with ISO 13485 standard, requirements and certification or equivalent. 
  • Six SIGMA related certifications
  • CQE Certification
  • APICS Certification

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

 

The range for this position is $66,478.00 - $91,407.00 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: Salt Lake City

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