Corning Incorporated · 15 hours ago
Manufacturing Transformation Engineer
Hickory, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $90K/yrCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Manufacturing Transformation Engineer will drive transformational improvements in manufacturing processes by integrating PEx and Lean philosophies, while working with sites to execute projects that align with business objectives.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work with sites to identify and execute transformational projects aimed at meeting business objectives
Establish PEx and Lean strategies to drive deployment of projects that align with business initiatives
Train and mentor site personnel on specific methodology usage associated with deployment of manufacturing capabilities
Work with senior leadership and divisional network to ensure synergy with business priorities and corporate models
The manufacturing capabilities will drive continuous improvement in Quality, Cost and Delivery across the division. The pace and sustainability of deployment will impact the short term and long-term profit of the division
This position will be looked at to provide guidance and validation of decisions to make major manufacturing changes, often during times when there is heavy workload. An incorrect decision can have a significant impact on plant throughput and customer service. A correct decision can yield millions of dollars in cost reduction, margins from increased capacity, and reduced inventories
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree
Ability to lead change through influencing others in thinking differently and achieve acceptance of new paradigms
Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and capable of coaching and mentoring others in technical and system understanding
High degree of initiative; able to work with ambiguity and with minimal direction
Excellent teamwork and leadership skills
Good organizational and planning skills
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
We provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
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.
Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
Founded in 1851
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gabrielle Bailey
CEO & Executive Communications
Steve Warneke
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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