Glassmaking Department Head - Capital Projects

About Corning

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.

We are looking for a Glassmaking Department Head to lead capital projects in the Glassmaking sector, expanding the capacity and capability of Global OFC Manufacturing Facilities.

Requisition Number:
73625

Required:

Onsite

This Glassmaking Department Head position will be responsible for leading capital projects in the Glassmaking to expand the capacity and capability of Global OFC Manufacturing Facilities.

• Primary component of the scope will be upgrading and installing optical fiber Glassmaking manufacturing equipment; complimentary components include facility and process services in addition to IT, Quality and Operational systems.

• Projects will primarily focus on Optical Fiber sites in North America or International locations.
• Oversee multiple projects typically exceeding $10M, involving multi-disciplined direct reports and matrixed resources.
• Partner with OFC Technology Development teams to define and deliver required technologies.
• Utilize Corning’s Capital Management System (Capricorn) for project scope development and execution.
• Manage project teams, define resource needs, interact with leadership, and execute projects using the Capricorn process.
• Travel to project sites as needed during definition and execution phases, with potential deployments lasting 3-12+ months.
• Ensure communication with stakeholders, manage project deliverables, schedules, and budgets, reporting to the Manager of AMT Fiber Capital Programs.

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering OR combination of a technical degree (design, electrical, mechanical, chemical, industrial)
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in leadership and/or management roles for capital manufacturing equipment projects or similar manufacturing engineering leadership experience
• Experience working with project teams in design and troubleshooting activities
• Experience with equipment, construction and manufacturing costs
• Experience managing project budgets and developing project business cases
• Experience guiding teams toward consensus and informed decision-making
• Willing to deploy to project sites with potential deployments lasting 3-12+ months

• Optical Fiber manufacturing experience – can be in development, engineering, or operations
• Project Management Professional certification
• Technical or Manufacturing leadership experience
• Manufacturing Equipment design and development experience

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $ - $ 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.

• 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.

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