Sr. Packaging Engineer

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.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.Role PurposeProvides subject matter expertise in engineering that improves product, process and/or equipment performance (cost, quality and service) and/or advances the innovation process to enable the delivery of new products. Provides solutions for increased process selects, increased material utilization, decreased costs, and improvement to product quality by planning, organizing and implementing projects.Key ResponsibilitiesProvides leadership in problem solving, and technical expertise, to ensure timely resolution of short-term process and equipment issues, and higher level troubleshootingProvides direction to other technicians / engineers, coaches junior engineers, and provides guidance to maintenance personnelProvides general engineering and manufacturing skills and knowledge (understands theories and fundamentals), and capable of leading projects to get to root cause of issues, and put permanent solutions in placeProvides disciplined project leadership across multiple stages of innovation for new product, process, cost reduction and capacity improvement initiativesRecommends and implements permanent solutions to long term performance issues, and improves existing and new technologies and processesDevelops and leads some areas of the manufacturing and/or technical roadmap. Documents material, process and/or equipment to protect and contribute to Intellectual Property improvementsProficient in use of statistical data analysis and DOE in process problem solving and process/product improvementIdentifies, justifies, and implements cost reduction, capacity enhancement, capital equipment and other improvement initiativesIntroduces new products and technologiesMeets all Environmental, Safety and Health requirementsDevelops SME knowledge of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing or engineeringTracks the effectiveness of projects and implemented cost reductions, using up-time, cost, productivity, and other appropriate measuresIs a leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in process control/discipline, SPC, SQC, OEE, Designed Experiments, and other Performance Excellence processes (Green and Black-belt skills)Designs and/or specifies new equipment or modifies existing equipment to continuously improve process performance. Coordinates installation, debugging and initial operation of new equipment and systemsExperiences/Education - RequiredBachelor of Science or equivalent in technical fieldYellow Belt TrainingLean FundamentalsTrack record of delivering results.Broad manufacturing and engineering experiencesProject leadership (scope to implementation)Coaching and developing junior engineers/techniciansManufacturing Workshops (MPIW or equivalent)Experiences/Education - DesiredBachelor of Science (Engineering) or Masters of Science (Engineering or Applied Science)Green Belt certificationBlack belt (6 Sigma or Innovation) trainingProject and/or manufacturing financial management knowledgeKnowledge of Innovation Stage-gate processesCorning Puts YOU FirstWe are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential.Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr