Safety Engineer

Safety Engineer

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. With our people, they break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us. 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.

Corning is seeking a Safety Engineer to join our Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) team. In this role, you will design, implement, and sustain workplace safety and environmental programs aligned with OSHA regulations, ISO standards, and Corning's EH&S requirements. You will partner with site leadership and employees at all levels to build a strong safety culture and drive measurable, continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement EH&S action plans, risk control processes, and compliance procedures aligned with OSHA, ISO 14001/45001, and Corning standards
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments — including job safety analysis, pre-startup safety reviews, machine guarding evaluations, and ergonomic assessments — and drive corrective actions to reduce risk
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventive measures; coach employees and leadership on safety behaviors and risk reduction techniques
• Design and facilitate EH&S training programs for site personnel; maintain EH&S metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) and conduct trending analysis to support continuous improvement
• Ensure the Emergency Response Plan remains current; respond to on-site emergency events; oversee contractor and construction safety program compliance

• Communicates EH&S findings and training content clearly to mixed audiences, including frontline employees and senior leadership
• Collaborates across functions to implement safety programs and drive shared accountability
• Diagnoses root cause of incidents and safety gaps; implements corrective actions with appropriate urgency and follow-through
• Manages multiple concurrent safety priorities with minimal supervision

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related engineering or physical sciences field
• 2+ years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years experience with safety programs including fall protection, confined space entry, machine guarding, powered industrial vehicles, crane and hoist, ergonomics, and electrical safety
• 2+ years experience conducting safety risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety training for site personnel
• Knowledge of behavioral-based safety or human organizational performance programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Master's degree in a related field and/or ASP (Associate Safety Professional) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification — may be considered in lieu of a portion of the experience requirement
• Experience implementing or maintaining EH&S management systems aligned to ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or other recognized EHS standards
• Experience with Share Point

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $74,756.00 - $ 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.

Corning offers you the total…