Manufacturing Engineer II **Date:** Oct 30, 2024 **Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 65014 Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 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. **Role Purpose** A manufacturing engineer monitors and improves established manufacturing processes and equipment. To do so, they must leverage: + fundamental understanding of manufacturing within their area of expertise, and basic understanding of manufacturing outside their area + data retrieval, analysis and reporting techniques + rigorous problem-solving methodologies + scientific methods and experiment planning A manufacturing engineer makes changes to manufacturing processes and equipment with the goal of improving safety, reducing cost, improving quality, or increasing output. A manufacturing engineer also receives technology from development groups, delivers technology to production groups, and provides high level troubleshooting for manufacturing equipment issues. **Key Responsibilities** + Work closely with development teams to maximize potential for success of incoming manufacturing/products + Collect data for incoming products and compare vs. metrics + Perform trend analysis (by equipment, attribute, product) and monitor/response plans + Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes/equipment and drive equipment robustness + Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions + Ensure accurate documentation for incoming manufacturing/products + Create manufacturing improvement corrective action plans and solutions + Provide inputs about equipment maintenance requirements and shortfalls + Identify when engineering support is required to address significant production platform/process/specification issues or changes + Work with production techs to drive equipment/manufacturing standardization and continuous improvements + Interface with production resources in other sections to drive consistency and share best practices + Interface with Engineering, Facilities, IT and Development organizations + Work with Operations team to include section supervision, shift supervision, and associates as required to ensure teams understand new manufacturing processes/products + Provide technical documentation for experiments conducted, changes made, and lessons learned as a result of above responsibilities. + Train operational organizations on new manufacturing processes , products, or changes to established manufacturing processes and products. **Experiences/Education - Required** + BS or greater in Mechanical, Chemical or Material Science + 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, + Strong data analysis skills + Experience with Excel (pivot tables) and Access + Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively + Directive and autonomous + Decision making, communication and prioritization skills **Experiences/Education - Desired** + Experience with various Fiber making platforms + Experience with PI manufacturing books + Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, e.g.) + Demonstrated project leadership + Computer Aided Design **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $79,997.00 - $109,996.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO. **Corning Puts YOU First!** We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. + Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. + Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs. + Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. + Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities. + Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals. 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. **Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington