Location: Christiansburg, VA
Company: Corning
learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.
Scope of Position: Deliver manufacturing process improvements in various areas of the plant, with a focus on the extrusion forming process. Boost daily operations as need arise in troubleshooting and problem-solving manufacturing process issues, driving continuous improvement and cost reduction. Apply technical knowledge and practices to effectively
accomplish technical assignments and projects. Sponsor and direct projects to fulfill department goals and objectives for manufacturing and operations of CELCOR products.
Day to Day Tasks: Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives with a focus on extrusion process engineering. Design and execute experiments, testing hypothesis that advance fundamentals of batch, extrusion, drying and firing process improvement. Work with Division Engineering resources to optimize test methods for improved fundamentals of raw materials, forming, and firing, and process impacts on batch rheology, formability, drying,
firing, and physical properties. Work directly with engineering and operations in troubleshooting and resolving process issues.
Interface with operators, team directors, and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, Lean, 5S, or safety improvements into manufacturing. Hours of work/work schedule/flextime: Minimum 40 hr/week, typical 8 am-5 pm with additional time as needed for experiments or other business needs. Education & Experience: BS/MS in an engineering discipline, with preference for Mechanical, Materials, Chemical or Ceramics. Ideal candidate will have 2-5 years in their technical field with plant/ industrial production desired. Demonstrated effective project management on technical projects, driving to root cause and fundamental comprehension.
Sound ability to partner and achieve objectives through matrix organization / teams. Self-motivated and self-starter: results oriented and can work freely with high dedication / energy. Strong technical curiosity and desire to learn. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload with good planning with demonstrated organizational & planning skills. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Desired Skills: Demonstrated results delivering technical improvements in Manufacturing. Designing and executing experiments; crafting hypothesis based on observations and scientific standards, and developing test methods to refute hypothesis.
Ceramic manufacturing. Advanced computer skills in Excel, Access, and Statistical Tools (Minitab or JMP). This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $76,878.00 - $105,707.00. 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 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 our Values and 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, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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