Job Description

Requisition Number: 76962

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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.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing & MOB Support

• Support daily manufacturing operations at EM sites to prevent disruptions and ensure stable output.
• Assist with mold, tooling, and equipment maintenance, repair, and renewal activities.
• Maintain fixed asset records and support periodic asset checks and cycle counts.
• Support ECR/ECN implementation and ensure engineering changes are executed correctly at EMs.
• Maintain and update product specifications, drawings, and engineering databases.

1. Product Quality & Engineering Data

• Own product engineering data accuracy, including BOMs, drawings, and specifications.
• Update BOMs in systems on time and coordinate with planners/buyers to ensure released POs are production‑ready.
• Support product qualification activities and provide complete qualification data for PE and cross‑functional review.
• Work with Quality teams to support root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) at EMs.

1. External Manufacturer (EM) Technical Support

• Act as a technical interface between EMs and internal PE teams.
• Clarify product drawings, specifications, and manufacturing process questions from EMs.
• Support EM capability development, especially in cable assembly processes, connectors, and cable types.
• Provide correct product documentation and material information to enable outsourcing when required.

1. Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including yield improvement, packaging optimization, material replacement, and automation implementation.
• Support engineering cost‑reduction projects and track progress against targets.
• Assist in improving EM engineering performance metrics and scorecards.

1. NPI & Future Readiness

• Support NPI activities using standard PEx / project management tools.
• Assist with sample builds, qualification execution, and schedule tracking.
• Support evaluation of new EMs and capability improvement of existing EMs.
• Maintain EM capability and qualification databases.

1. Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and provide regular updates on:
• NPI status
• Engineering projects
• Cost reduction activities
• Communicate effectively across supply chain, quality, PE, labs, and EM partners.

Experiences/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (required).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering roles.
• Experience working with external manufacturers, contract manufacturing, OEM/ODM suppliers is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience supporting NPI and qualification activities

Required Skills

• Understand the FAU manufacturing process
• Data-driven problem solving and CI mindset.
• Micron-level precision manufacturing skills.
• Standard-driven quality and reliability expertise.
• Data-driven problem solving and CI mindset.
• Hands-on experience with materials, tools, and automation.
• Strong execution and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience with engineering data management systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work across time zones and multicultural environments.

Desired Skills

• Understand Optical component reliability test standards, like GR-1209&GR-1221.
• Basic project management skills.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools.

Soft Skills

• Clear communication and good coordination skills.
• Attention to detail and strong ownership mindset.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasked environment.
• Culturally aware and able to work effectively with global teams

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 accommodations@corning.com.