Plant Engineering Manager

Requisition Number: 68420

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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.​  

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As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Role Purpose

Direct the plant engineering organization in support of achieving lowest possible competitive costs, advantaged products, and superior quality and service. Manage plant and manufacturing processes and technologies to expand capabilities. Manage improvement portfolios such as capital, cost reduction, and Performance Excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and successfully manage plant portfolios: capital, cost reduction, Performance Excellence, etc.
• Define, manage, and support continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes.
• Manage and maintain plant facilities. Meet all safety and environmental regulatory requirements.
• Lead plant involvement in innovation and product development processes to ensure effective transfer of new products and processes to manufacturing.
• Establish a culture that values engineering competency and deployment of the scientific method.
• Assure growth in talent and capability of the plant engineering staff.
• Build an effective technical network of relationships at the plant, division, and corporate level.
• Increase the body of knowledge in support of advancing plant and process technologies and capabilities.
• Champion Performance Excellence and other corporate manufacturing engineering initiatives as required.

Experiences/Education - Required

• B.S. of Engineering or equivalent technical degree
• Minimum of 7 years of Plant Management experience
• Progressive responsibilities in engineering and engineering leadership including engineering department supervisor experience.
• Experience leading teams and departments in meeting continuous improvement goals, making step change process improvements, managing innovation, and expanding technical capability.
• Experience coordinating activities within functional responsibility and collaborating with other groups to achieve results.
• Track record of engineering accomplishment.
• Demonstrated track record of growing talent.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• M.S. or equivalent technical degree. (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineer degrees)
• 10 years plus of Plant Management experience
• Experience with multiple manufacturing processes.
• Experience in technical collaboration with staff engineering groups, managing capital projects, and the innovation process.
• Experience in staff or other areas such as Project Management, Quality or Applications Engineering, Operations, or Performance Excellence.
• Exposure to and understanding of the Technology Community network and resources.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $146,198.00 - $201,022.00assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.    
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, 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. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .