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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Plant Engineering Manager

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • At least 8 years of experience in optical, electronic, telecom, mechanical production, or another related manufacturing engineering area.
  • At least 5 years of experience or proven management experience leading teams and departments in product improvement, process improvement, and manufacturing engineering.
  • Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects.
  • Good knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and project management.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes, production equipment, and plant engineering practices.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively across functions and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good command of written and spoken English.
  • Understanding of the department's major environmental and safety factors.
  • Knowledge of EHS-relevant laws and regulations.
  • Ability to set up and manage functional EHS objectives.
  • Compliance with company EHS policies, procedures, SOPs, and other requirements.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodology.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Exposure to and understanding of the corporate network and resources.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Plant Engineering team to support daily plant operations and long-term improvement initiatives.
  • Drive product and process improvement projects to enhance quality, productivity, yield, and cost efficiency.
  • Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for optimization, standardization, and waste reduction.
  • Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing stability.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) and ensure smooth transfer from development to mass production.
  • Develop and implement engineering solutions to improve equipment utilization, process capability, and manufacturing performance.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions for product- and process-related issues.
  • Establish and maintain engineering standards, SOPs, process documentation, and technical specifications.
  • Manage capital investment and engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, process modifications, and facility improvements.
  • Monitor key engineering and operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement based on data analysis.
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Coach and develop team members to strengthen technical capability and problem-solving skills.

About the Company

Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Corning develops and manufactures specialty glass, ceramics, and related components for a range of industries. Its engineered glass and ceramic materials are produced and integrated into devices and systems such as smartphone screens, high‑performance displays, optical networks, automotive emissions controls, and life‑science equipment. The company differentiates itself with a broad portfolio across multiple markets, material science expertise, reliable supply, and end‑to‑end components and systems. Its goal is to help customers achieve performance and reliability by providing durable, high‑quality materials and connected solutions that scale with growing demand.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Corning, NY
Founded
1851

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