Supply Chain Solutions Lead

Corning Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a digital operations systems engineer with SAP PP leadership to improve manufacturing and supply chain performance.

You will partner with Operations, IT, Engineering, and Maintenance to design, optimize, and sustain practical system solutions that simplify workflows and strengthen data visibility. The role drives digital transformation, automation, and continuous improvement, connecting shop-floor needs with SAP PP capabilities, automation opportunities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field as listed.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, systems engineering, SAP PP, or IT/OT support.
• Experience supporting SAP PP in SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA environments.
• Familiarity with AI platforms, chatbot development, automation tools, and digital workflow improvement.
• Experience with MES systems, Power BI, SAP, Python, SQL, or other scripting and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, MRP, capacity planning, shop-floor execution, and data flow.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations, IT, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to deliver system solutions that improve manufacturing and supply chain performance.
• Maintain expertise in SAP PP functionality and align configurations with production planning needs.
• Drive AI, automation, and chatbot initiatives to improve troubleshooting and workflows on the production floor.
• Strengthen system reliability, usability, and performance with cross-functional teams across SAP and plant systems.
• Optimize SAP transactions and processes to reduce complexity and improve user adoption.
• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards for visibility into performance and downtime.

Skills

SAP PP

Power BI

Python

SQL

MES systems

Manufacturing operations

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering/Computer Science/Industrial Engineering/IT or related field

Tools

MES systems

Python

SQL

S/4HANA

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.

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 Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Position Summary

This role combines digital operations systems engineering with SAP Production Planning leadership to improve manufacturing and supply chain performance across plant and enterprise environments. The position partners with Operations, IT, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to design, optimize, and sustain practical system solutions that simplify workflows, strengthen data visibility, improve system reliability, and support faster, smarter decision-making. By connecting shop-floor needs with SAP PP capabilities, automation opportunities, and business intelligence tools, this role drives digital transformation, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations, IT, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to deliver system solutions that improve manufacturing and supply chain performance.
• Maintain deep expertise in SAP PP functionality and align system configurations, workflows, and enhancements with business and production planning requirements.
• Drive AI, automation, and chatbot initiatives that improve troubleshooting, standardize responses, and simplify user workflows on the production floor.
• Strengthen system reliability, usability, and performance by collaborating with cross-functional technical teams across SAP and plant systems.
• Optimize SAP transactions and related processes to reduce complexity, improve user adoption, and support efficient execution.
• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards and other data visualization tools that improve visibility to performance, downtime, and operational decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving, root-cause investigations, system enhancements, and upgrades to remove barriers to performance.
• Support integration across SAP PP, MM, SD, QM, FICO, MES, and related manufacturing systems to improve end-to-end process execution and data flow.
• Document system configurations, troubleshoot technical issues, and help govern scalable, sustainable solution design.
• Coach users and subject matter experts to strengthen system knowledge, adoption, and continuous improvement capability.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance production scheduling, resource utilization, lead times, and overall operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, systems engineering, SAP PP, or IT/OT support.
• Experience supporting SAP PP in SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA environments.
• Familiarity with AI platforms, chatbot development, automation tools, and digital workflow improvement.
• Experience with MES systems, Power BI, SAP, Python, SQL, or other scripting and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, MRP, capacity planning, shop-floor execution, and industrial data flow.
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical, scalable system solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement methods such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $88,723.00-$121,995.00 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 ofrace, 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] .