Process Engineer
**Date:** Nov 18, 2025
**Location:** Newton, NC, US, 28658
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 71986
**The company built on breakthroughs. **
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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.
Come break through with us.
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**
Works with other team members to solve difficult technical, engineering related problems. Supports or leads continuous improvement activities, new product or process introductions and cost reduction projects. Supports drive to fundamental process understanding and lowest cost producer objectives. Supports the development and execution of plans to evaluate new technology or improvements in existing technology resulting in a superior product in terms of quality and/or cost. Understands Corning's Intellectual property management processes and follows that process in documenting any intellectual property developed as part of a project
**Key Responsibilities**
Analyze data to understand process capability and monitor process trends
Provide problem solving support to operations and maintenance
Identify and manage process improvement and cost reduction projects
Interface with operations personnel and various engineering groups
Prepare cost justifications and capital requests for new equipment.
Oversee all aspects of bringing new equipment into production.
Develop maintenance/operator training documentation
Establish/manage product qualification plans.
Support transfer of new cabling technology, materials, and processes from development to production
Work with & train maintenance and support personnel
Travel: <10%
Hours of work:
M-F, 8am - 5pm
Support off shift as needed
**Experiences/Education - Required**
**Required Education:** BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or Physics
**Required Skills:**
+ Creative/innovative problem solving
+ Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills
+ Basic data analysis
+ Ability to write technical documents
+ Ability to interpret and create drawing packages (AutoCAD)
**Experiences/Education - Desired**
+ Experience with Statistical packages such as OriginPro or Minitab
+ 2-4 years manufacturing experience
+ Skill with Structured Problem Solving such as DMAIC or PDCA
+ Knowledge of plastic extrusion
+ Six Sigma Greenbelt
+ Project Management experience
+ Experience with statistical process control fundamentals
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $83,750.00 - $115,156.00 assuming 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.
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**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 aspirations, and career from day one.
+ 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.
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, 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.
+ 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
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