Process Engineer II

Corning Incorporated; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Long-term incentives

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Michigan is seeking a Process Engineer II for our solar wafer manufacturing facility. You will support and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production, partnering with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and drive improvements.

Responsibilities include daily engineering oversight, process documentation, and implementing initiatives to improve yield, throughput, and cost performance while upholding health, safety, and

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Science & Engineering.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience, preferably high-volume.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, throughput, quality, and cost.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process issues and lead improvements.
• Document process understanding, training, and change control activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Process control

SOP adherence

DMAIC / Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Materials Science & Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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: 76660

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.

Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Role Purpose

As a Process Engineer II in Corning's solar wafer manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for supporting and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You will partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process issues, lead continuous improvement efforts, and implement process and technology enhancements that improve yield, throughput, quality, and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities

• The engineer will contribute to line, department and plant performance. Process involvement will include production and development activities.
• The engineer will take the initiative to improve procedures and setups through documented change control.
• The engineer will proactively identify where gaps in work instructions and process setups exist and will work to close the gaps. Improvements will be implemented with the expectation that standard operating procedures and setups are created and followed.
• Problem solving will be routine and is expected to be performed methodically. Assistance to other engineers with problem solving is expected.
• The engineer will be expected to document process understanding. This will include daily process learning, development planning, and development reviews.
• The engineer will have discretion on when to elevate issues to a higher level.
• Work will be assigned in terms of objectives and general guidelines.
• The engineer's work will be reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and for consistency with established procedures. Failure to achieve results or erroneous decisions may result in the reallocation of resources.

Key Responsibilities (continued)

• The engineer is expected to perform daily engineering oversight and support of production
• The engineer is the point of contact for daily activities, problem resolution and process improvement. At times the coordination of upstream or downstream activities will be required.
• Daily interaction with the operators and production leadership is the norm to understand issues and to communicate plans and instructions. Sound communication is key to success in the role.
• Training of production personnel is routine and common in this position.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all manufacturing processes. Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards and risks.

Work Hours

• Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, requiring occasional availability outside standard business hours to address production, process, and operational needs.

Education and Experience

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2-4 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a high-volume production environment.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data to identify trends, reduce process variation, and drive root cause identification.
• Proven problem-solving capability, including facilitating cross-functional teams, prioritizing actions, delegating responsibilities, and driving solutions to completion.
• Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing demands, and effectively support a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of process control, operational discipline, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), including the judgment to recognize when escalation, deviation review, or additional stakeholder involvement is required.
• Ability to apply structured problem-solving methodologies and statistical tools to improve process performance, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence peers, operators, technicians, and leadership teams.

Desired Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and graphing functions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills or a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and experience identifying, analyzing, and reducing process variation.
• Experience leading projects, technical initiatives, or production teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies, such as DMAIC or Six Sigma.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor, solar, glass, advanced materials, or other high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong team player with the ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate across engineering, operations, maintenance, and leadership teams.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to manage ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and drive results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information, expectations, and improvement plans to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability, with the ability to work independently while knowing when to seek support or elevate issues.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $116,782.00 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].