Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Product Owner

Corning Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 111,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and long‑term incentives

Company‑paid pension

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Corning is seeking a MES Product Owner to scope, define, implement, and support standardized Camstar MES and PAC SCADA solutions globally. You will work with business leaders, users, and IT to ensure cost-effective, scalable systems aligned with manufacturing goals.

The role requires 5–7 years in IT project management or manufacturing operations, with leadership abilities and strong communication. Some international travel is expected; starting annual pay ranges from $110,618 to $152,101.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science / Systems Management / IT or related field.
• 5–7 years of IT project management and/or manufacturing operations experience.
• Strong interest or experience in manufacturing execution systems (Camstar, PAC, Proficy, etc.).
• Leadership and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep subject matter and technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and develop cost‑effective, standardized solutions that meet user requirements.
• Engage with internal/external customers to analyze business and system requirements and translate into technical solutions.
• Develop project schedules and budgets; oversee the full project lifecycle from discovery to support; track work and document impacts on manufacturing systems.
• Serve as site business users' main contact; collaborate on testing/training materials and ensure site readiness.
• Ensure solutions follow Corning IT practices and the Manufacturing 4.0 reference architecture.
• Lead solution-selection activities and PoCs; assess cost/benefit, efficiency, and viability for new sites/divisions.
• Some international travel may be required.

Skills

IT project management

Manufacturing operations

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

BS in Computer Science/Systems Management/IT

Tools

Camstar MES

PAC SCADA

Proficy

Job description

Requisition Number: 78280

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.

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Scope/Purpose of Position:

The MES Product Owner role will be responsible for working with business leaders, user, and IT resources to scope and define, develop, implement, and support standardized Camstar MES and PAC SCADA solutions across multiple divisions in a global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide deep subject matter expertise and technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures that are cost effective, standardized and meet user requirements.
• Engage with internal/external customers to analyze requirements from a business and systems perspective by interpreting business goals and objectives and translating them into technical solutions.
• Develop project schedules and budgets, overseeing the entire project timeline (scoping/discovery, requirements, design, build, test, implement, and support). Track work to ensure that application work is completed on schedule and that all impact to manufacturing systems are thoroughly documented and communicated. For larger projects, a Project Manager will be assigned to manage overall project metrics and tracking.
• Key point of contact for the site business users, collaborating on testing and training materials to ensure that the site is prepared for implementation.
  Collaborate with other IT staff such as Solution Architects, Developers, and Support staff. Facilitating daily/weekly communication and status sessions to track progress throughout the project cycle.
• Ensure solutions are designed and deployed in accordance with standard Corning IT practices and the Corning Manufacturing 4.0 reference architecture.
• Lead solution-selection activities as well as proof-of-concepts to show Camstar/PAC benefits for new sites/divisions, assess cost/benefit, efficiency, and technical viability of solutions to business problems.
• Some international travel required in support of projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in IT project management, and/or manufacturing operations.
• BS in Computer Science /Systems Management/IT or related field.
• Strong interest or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing execution systems (Camstar, PAC, Proficy, etc.).
• Leadership and project management skills, with ability to continuously prioritize and multitask efficiently.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 2+ yrs of experience in Camstar MES system.
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions.
• Ability to influence decisions with critical thinking based upon experience and grasp of the strategic intent of the project.
• Experience communicating with all levels of management and company personnel.
• Experience working with IT systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $110,618.00 - $152,101.00 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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].