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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Senior Project Leader

Project ManagementUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeHickory, NC, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience in product development, technology development, or technical project leadership roles is required.
  • Strong project execution and organizational skills are required.
  • Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, global environment is required.
  • Sound judgment and the ability to obtain appropriate input before making decisions are required.
  • Comfort working through ambiguity and changing priorities is required.
  • Ownership and accountability for project outcomes are required.
  • Ability to build trust and credibility with team members and stakeholders is required.
  • Ability to encourage collaboration and constructive problem solving is required.
  • Learning agility and a proactive approach to change are required.
  • Integrity and alignment with organizational values are required.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and drive execution of assigned technology projects to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional core project teams and coordinate contributions across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions.
  • Facilitate effective team collaboration, decision-making, and issue resolution.
  • Develop sufficient understanding of product and process technical designs to identify risks, gaps, or misalignment with customer or market needs.
  • Partner with technical team members to understand tradeoffs and support informed decision-making.
  • Ensure project documentation is completed and maintained according to organizational standards.
  • Apply standard project management methods and tools consistently.
  • Support continuous improvement of project execution practices and lessons learned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is desired.
  • An advanced degree (MS or MBA) is desired.
  • Experience in manufacturing processes related to passive optical products is preferred, including automated and manual assembly, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, or optical fiber termination.
  • Knowledge of passive telecommunication and data center product design, application, testing, or industry standards is desired.
  • Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is desired.

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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