Operations Project Leader @ Corning

Requisition Number: 79738

The company built on breakthroughs.  
Join us. 

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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

Drive the improvements that make our plant safer, higher quality and more cost-competitive. As an Operations Project Leader, you will lead Lean and Six Sigma projects from concept through sustainment, working alongside operations leaders, shift supervisors and plant support groups. You will also help introduce new processes, equipment and technologies into a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead operations improvement projects from definition through implementation and sustainment to advance cost, quality, health and safety objectives.
Plan and execute cost reduction, Lean and PEx projects using define, measure, analyze, improve, control DMAIC/ DESIGN methods.
Analyze operations data to identify improvement opportunities, quantify benefits and track results against project and plant targets.
Coordinate project activities with production schedules and support new process, equipment and technology introductions, validation and change control.
Report project status, risks and performance metrics to plant leaders, and support the training and qualification programs that sustain improvements.

Experiences/Education - Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
5+ years of manufacturing, engineering or project management experience, including leading improvement or project work
Experience with project planning, scheduling, risk management and status reporting
Experience analyzing operational data to identify improvement opportunities and track results
Experience leading cross-functional projects and presenting project status to leadership

Experiences/Education - Desired

Formal project management experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience supporting new process, equipment or product introductions and validation
Experience working under document control and change control procedures
Working knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC) and Lean methodologies

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $121,756.00 - $167,415.00 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.

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.

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected].

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Operations Project Leader

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