Sr. Molding Engineer

Requisition Number: 63105

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.

Sr. Molding Engineer

Purpose of Position.

Engineering Service provider for OCS Injection Molding Process standardizing processes, deployment of best practices and introduction of new technologies to improve customer satisfaction while maintaining a cost competitive advantage.

Responsibilities and tasks of the position.

Scientific Molding Techniques:

The task for the molding process Engineer is to define, install and control the right process methodology to have a stable production with the right quality approach in the cheapest manner in our Molding facilities to support OCS Molding strategy.

Scientific molding techniques proven experience

Molding Technologies:

The candidate should use all existing technologies, materials, processes and automation which exists in house and contribute to develop new innovative processes for Corning.

Process Standardization:

Contribute to align best practices within all OCS molding facilities by following, promoting, and enhancing Product Quality Architecture principles. Use of data analytics to propose and implement actions to improve areas of opportunity to improve quality and cost of the products we manufacture.

Drive continuous improvement roadmaps

Identify process trends and variations through a systematic process monitoring and data analysis

Prepare and conduct Technical training sessions for Molding personnel as needed

Molding Projects:

Deliver projects within the Injection molding area as assigned. Projects are related to injection molding including machinery, molds, resin and automation projects among others.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements.

Education.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Manufacturing/Operations)

Preferred a degree with emphasis in Plastic Injection Molding or related

Work Experience

+5 years’ of technical experience in manufacturing environment related to Molding, tooling and equipment maintenance, product development and product introduction.

+3 years’ managerial experience

Competencies

Acting Decisively

Financial Analysis & Management (Manufacturing)

Manufacturing Strategy Formation and Execution

Self-motivated and driven

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Act with Integrity and Authenticity

Be Confident and Adaptable

Champion Change and Flexibility

Establish Direction and Create Commitment

Foster Innovation and Risk Taking

Leverage Talent

Focus on Customers

Drive Deployment

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Working with Ambiguity

Problem solving

English level advanced

Experience in molding process development

Experience with tooling and IMM maintenance

Knowledge of measurements and metrology

Experience with ERP systems (preferred SAP)

Experience of MES software (Preferred MATTEC)

Proficient in MS Office

Project management experience, including developing project scope, budgets, and schedules

Project leadership skills, including multi-cultural teams

Experience with P&L and managing budgets

Strong decision making and leadership experience and skills including ability to lead and work well with people from diverse backgrounds

Able to make presentations to department and key company management

Partner closely with internal customers around the world to meet customer requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong initiative

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.

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.

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