Process Engineer

Role Purpose

Works with other team members to solve difficult technical, engineering related problems. Supports or leads continuous improvement activities, new product or process introductions and cost reduction projects. Supports drive to fundamental process understanding and lowest cost producer objectives. Supports the development and execution of plans to evaluate new technology or improvements in existing technology resulting in a superior product in terms of quality and/or cost. Understands Corning's Intellectual property management processes and follows that process in documenting any intellectual property developed as part of a project

Day to Day Responsibility

•    Continuous improvement of existing products and processes.
•    Responsibly for ECN screening
•    Support other manufacturing functions assigned by supervisor from time to time  
•    Complete assigned projects that include working process improvement, material utilization optimize and assigned specific department coordinator’s work.
•    Provide day-to-day technical support & problem-solving for production, development and research operations, like localization, material substitution, etc. 
•    Train trainer on new equipment and processes
•    Uses rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build detailed technical understanding for key process steps
•    Function as a team member or team leader on focused projects
•    Implement and document material, process and/or equipment changes
o    Ensure the manufacturing process is aligned to the documented standard
o    Continuously monitor and analyze process performance data to provide early warning of deviations and ensure process is operating to expected global standards
o    Identify, propose, and evaluate changes to the process to improve control, stability and efficiency
o    Implement local changes to the global process standard in accordance with the global change management process 
•    Create and modify assembly and flyer drawings. Create and modify drawings as part of raw material specifications
•    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
•    Lead new product introductions through equipment installation, process certification, documentation, training and production ramp up to achieve the output/yield/cost target.
•    Develop SME knowledge of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing or engineering
•    Drive continuous improvement of existing products and processes     
o    Complete assigned projects that include product evolutions, process improvements, and modifications to existing products to meet customer requirements. 
o    Support of production, quality control, and purchasing by evaluating discrepancies with materials, communicating with suppliers, and troubleshooting as needed. 
o    Meet plant cost reduction goals through process and productivity improvements and efficiently managing consumables and operating supplies
•    Quick response for new product requirement from customer include the sample delivery and process development and cost analysis.
•    Create and maintain BOM for regular products
o    Establish new Bills of Materials (BOM) and update existing BOM’s as required
o    Routine BOM issue for error free operation
o    Establish a BOM tracking system from products inquiry to the end of products shipping.
o    Maintain and update plant BOM record and related documentation as the latest.
•    Routine Maintenance and check 
o    Maintain the correct routine in PTS/QAD system.
o    Check the routine before release the WO.
•    Order Review  
o    Provide a close support to SCM and customer service for order review/inquiry to ensure the on-time delivery.
o    To be a coordinator for customized order

Education & Experience

-    Bachelor of Chemical or Science in Engineering or equivalent technical experience
-    At least 5 years experiences in process engineering or other related manufacturing engineering area including process, material, control, mechanical and Chemical.

Required Skills. Competencies, or Certification

Required by Legal or QEHS:

-    Know EHS relevant law and regulations 
-    Obey all company EHS rules (Include: Policy, Procedure, SOP and other requirements).

Competencies (knowledge, skills, and behaviors)
-    Optical fiber, connector assembly and test knowledge and experience
-    DMAIC practice experience
-    Track record of delivering results
-    Demonstrated knowledge in a technical field
-    Project team membership
-    Familiar with ERP system. 
-    Familiar with quality, EH&S management system such as ISO9001, ISO14001.
-    Familiar with process/quality/cost control and improvement tools such as SPC, DOE, FMEA, TQM, IE, seven quality tools, MCV etc.
-    Good written and oral English communication.
-    Good PC skills such as Microsoft office. 
-    Communication and interpersonal skill
-    Self-motivate, independent, willing to work under pressure.