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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Engineering Section Manager - Coc

Engineering LeadershipPosted on Jun 5
Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in a manufacturing- or engineering-related major.
  • At least 5 years of people-management experience and at least 3 years of project-management experience.
  • Experience leading teams and departments to meet continuous-improvement goals, make step-change process improvements, manage innovation, and expand technical capability.
  • Understand the department's major environmental and safety factors and know relevant environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations.
  • Set up and manage functional environmental, health, and safety objectives, and comply with company environmental, health, and safety rules, including policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, and other requirements.
  • Progressive responsibilities in engineering and engineering leadership, including engineering department supervisor experience.
  • A track record of engineering accomplishments and growing talent.
  • Knowledge and experience with PEx tools.
  • Fluent written and oral communication in Mandarin and English.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the engineering team supporting new production introduction, process development, and smooth ramp-up of new products and manufacturing lines.
  • Plan technical work, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement to meet quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
  • Oversee technical activities for new product and process introduction, including equipment selection, layout planning, and production-line setup.
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for stable operation, product quality, and efficient production.
  • Provide on-site engineering support during pilot runs and initial production, resolving technical issues and minimizing downtime.
  • Work with research and development, production, maintenance, and quality teams on new production implementation.
  • Manage production ramp-up projects, monitor progress, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure timelines and budgets are met.
  • Establish and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials for new production lines.
  • Coordinate and deliver training for production employees and technicians on new processes and equipment.
  • Ensure new processes and equipment comply with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
  • Manage company change management.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with multiple manufacturing processes.
  • Experience collaborating technically with staff engineering groups, managing capital projects, and managing 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.

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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