Job Description

Requisition Number: 42581

Corning is one of the worlds leading innovators in materials science. For more than 160 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed peoples lives.

Corning succeeds through sustained investment in R&D, a unique combination of material and process innovation, and close collaboration with customers to solve tough technology challenges.

Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Cornings existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Cornings businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Cornings manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Scope of Position:

* Improving manufacturing capability (e.g. efficiencies, yields, cycle time, and/or material utilization) by identifying and eliminating root cause(s) of variability
* Problem solving and/or process improvement using a structured methodical (e.g. Six Sigma)
* Quality Architecture for new and existing businesses
* Develop and maintain Quality Control plan, Critical to Quality (CTQs) and MSA analysis of the test method.
* Develop, implement and maintain Quality systems to meet the requirements of production, ISO 9001 and TL 9000

Day to Day Responsibilities:

* This individual contributor role will be supporting manufacturing, new process development teams, and driving process improvements.
* Creating and maintaining Quality Architecture for new and existing businesses
* Support cross discipline project teams
* The project portfolio covers a broad range of business areas including Life Sciences, Display Technologies (LCD glass), Environmental Technologies (Automotive and Diesel), Specialty Materials, Pharmaceutical Technologies, and Strategic Growth (new business development).

Travel Requirements:

* Travel will range 10-50% average per year depending on project needs, possible international travel

Required Education:

* Bachelor or Master's degree in engineering

Required Years and Area of Experience:

* 2+ years of experience in similar position

Required Skills:

* Excellent verbal and writing communication skills and effective interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to handle changing priorities while achieving objectives
* Leadership skills.
* Able to coordinate improvement teams.
* Reporting and presentations skills.
* Demonstrated track record of quality and process improvement projects using Six Sigma, DMAIC, or equivalent process improvement process such as control plan, SPC, 8D, 5 WHY, fishbone, PFMEA
* General statistical training with experience applying concepts such as Measurement System Analysis and Process Capability.
* PC and Microsoft office skills

Desired Skills:

* Advanced Excel skills, including pivot table functions and macros
* Experience in ISO 9001, TL 9000 is a plus.
* Six Sigma Certification - Black Belt preferred
* Experience with project management tools including critical path analysis, work breakdown structure, and risk management.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Nearest Major Market: Corning