Process Engineer - Extrusion and data analysis

Requisition Number: 64666

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

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.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

The Process Engineer will be responsible for the development, improvement, and implementation of processes in our optical cable manufacturing facility. They will be tasked with combining knowledge in plastic processing and extrusion, data analysis, statistics, and project management to ensure consistent, efficient and capable operation.

Key Responsibilities

- Development and optimization of manufacturing processes in relation to plastic processing and extrusion

- Performing data analysis and applying statistical methods to identify areas for improvement

- Project management for process improvements and new product introductions

- Troubleshooting and resolving production issues related to equipment, processes, and materials

- Training of manufacturing personnel on new or revised manufacturing process procedures

- Documentation of procedures, process parameters, and process improvements

Internal Customers:

- Production team

- Quality team

Knowledge and requirements

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering Chemical, Plastics, Data Engineering, Mechatronics

- Trainings or knowledge in plastic transformation and extrusion processes is preffered

Work Experience:

- Experience in plastic processing and extrusion

- use data analysis and statistics to drive process improvements

- project management

Competencies:

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

- Excellent verbal communication skills

- Good project management skills

- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desired Hard Skills:

- Proficiency in statistical software and data analysis (Excel, Minitab, desirable in Phyton)

- Knowledge of plastic processing and extrusion techniques

- CAD software

- Understanding of Six Sigma methodologies

- Familiarity with optical cable manufacturing processes and equipment

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• 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.