Process Engineer

Corning, Inc.; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Long-term incentives

Company-paid pension

401(k) with match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Canton, NY is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations on a full-time, onsite basis. The role involves collaborating with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve yield, quality, and efficiency while adhering to a union environment and standard daytime schedule.

The position requires a BS in a ceramics/materials/chemical engineering field, 0–2 years of manufacturing exposure, and US citizenship for government contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in ceramic, materials, chemical engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience in a technical, manufacturing, internship, co-op, research, or process engineering environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical issues and observations.
• Demonstrated ability or interest in working in a manufacturing or production-focused environment.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively in a team-based environment.
• US Citizenship required
• In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.
• Internship, co-op, research, or other hands-on engineering experience in manufacturing, materials, or process development.
• Exposure to structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, KT, scientific method).
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation to support engineering decisions.
• Ability to work effectively with hourly production employees in a union setting.

Responsibilities

• Support process improvement initiatives to improve yield, quality, cost, and manufacturing performance.
• Monitor process performance and help identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods, with guidance as needed, to investigate process upsets and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Assist with new product and process launches, raw material changes, and equipment design modifications.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to support action plans and technical recommendations.
• Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop process understanding through direct floor support, data analysis, and collaboration with experienced team members.
• Provide technical support for projects and initiatives aligned with plant and business objectives.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Data analysis

Process monitoring

Education

BS in ceramic, materials, chemical engineering

Job description

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.

Requisition Number: 78232

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

Corning is hiring a Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations at its Canton, New York facility. This is a full-time, onsite role with a standard Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule, with additional time as business needs require. Limited travel (approximately 5–10%) may be necessary for internal meetings, training courses, or supplier and customer visits.

At the Canton site, engineers support advanced glass and materials manufacturing across semiconductor, aerospace, and defense applications. The Process Engineer plays an active role on the plant floor, partnering closely with production, maintenance, and experienced engineering team members to support stable, efficient, and continuously improving processes. Success in this role comes from building process knowledge, applying sound engineering fundamentals, learning from data and plant experience, and clearly communicating observations and recommendations in a union manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support process improvement initiatives to improve yield, quality, cost, and manufacturing performance.


• Monitor process performance and help identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.


• Apply structured problem-solving methods, with guidance as needed, to investigate process upsets and support implementation of corrective actions.


• Assist with new product and process launches, raw material changes, and equipment design modifications.


• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to support action plans and technical recommendations.


• Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot issues.


• Develop process understanding through direct floor support, data analysis, and collaboration with experienced team members.


• Provide technical support for projects and initiatives aligned with plant and business objectives.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in ceramic, materials, chemical engineering, or a related engineering field.


• 0–2 years of experience in a technical, manufacturing, internship, co-op, research, or process engineering environment.


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical issues and observations.


• Demonstrated ability or interest in working in a manufacturing or production-focused environment.


• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively in a team-based environment.


• US Citizenship required


• In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Internship, co-op, research, or other hands-on engineering experience in manufacturing, materials, or process development.


• Exposure to structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, KT, scientific method).


• Experience with data analysis and interpretation to support engineering decisions.


• Ability to work effectively with hourly production employees in a union setting.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship

The range for this position is $70,776.00 - $97,317.00 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 [e-mail].