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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Lean Engineer

Process EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNewton, NC, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and their practical application in a production environment is required.
  • Understanding of basic manufacturing systems and production processes is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong skills in Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, is required.
  • Experience retrieving and analyzing data from relational databases is required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Lean Manufacturing subject matter expert and lead interdepartmental efforts to identify waste and implement continuous improvement solutions.
  • Analyze work processes; develop, document, and communicate standardized best practices across the plant.
  • Plan and facilitate SMED and Kaizen events, 5S initiatives, and improvement workshops; drive standardization across all production processes.
  • Provide input to plant capacity and process throughput analysis based on time studies and direct observation.
  • Manage structured improvement projects using company-endorsed project management and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Support production teams on process flow issues and actively participate in equipment improvement initiatives.
  • Administer the plant employee suggestion program; support engagement and follow-through on submitted ideas.
  • Use value stream mapping to identify waste, improve material and information flow, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience facilitating cross-functional Lean workshops, Kaizen and SMED events, or structured improvement projects.
  • Experience managing improvement projects from scope definition through implementation.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

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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