Process Engineer II: Manufacturing Process Innovator

Corning Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid pension

401(k) with company contributions

Health, dental, vision

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Process Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and capabilities across multiple facilities.

You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, optimize cost reduction, and integrate new technology to boost quality and production performance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering, 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, and strong data analysis skills (Excel, Access,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience applying scientific method to diagnose/process problems.
• Strong data-analysis and statistical tool proficiency (Excel/Access/Minitab).
• Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting and Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering-level production support and engage in plant safety initiatives.
• Solve process and material issues in production through data analysis and collaboration.
• Lead or support cost-reduction, process optimization, and new product introduction projects.
• Develop and maintain systems to monitor equipment and process performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical tools

Problem solving

Communication

Presentation

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials/Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Ceramic Engineering

Master's degree in Materials/Mechanical/Electrical/Ceramic Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Minitab

Job description

Corning Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Process Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and capabilities across multiple facilities.

You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, optimize cost reduction, and integrate new technology to boost quality and production performance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering, 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, and strong data analysis skills (Excel, Access,