Material Specialist

Overview

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. Requisition Number: 73087.

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. How do we do this? With our people who break through limitations and expectations every day. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact across various markets, including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive.

The Material Specialist will play an essential role in ensuring accurate planning, procurement and flow of materials to support solar manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for maintaining efficient inventory levels, preventing shortages or obsolescence, and aligning material supply with production needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, with a basic understanding of photovoltaics and logistics.

• Develop material demand plans based on production schedules, order reviews, raw material inventory, supplier delivery timelines, and material usage proportions
• Submit purchase requisition lists to procurement with 100% accuracy to support production timelines
• Adjust material demand plans promptly to reflect changes in production schedules, actual delivery performance, and procurement progress
• Monitor material arrivals and address abnormal usage issues to ensure continuous production flow
• Track and analyze inventory data, including inbound, outbound and stock levels
• Maintain idle raw material value and ensure material turnover
• Prevent shortages, obsolescence or stockpiling of materials to align inventory with production needs
• Generate and transmit work order material lists with 100% accuracy, ensuring compliance with inventory availability and production requirements
• Collaborate to address material-related challenges, including obsolete or defective materials caused by order changes, quality issues, or delivery anomalies
• Align inventory management strategies with market price trends to minimize risks of obsolescence and overstocking

• Bachelor’s Degree in logistics management, accounting or economics preferred
• Basic understanding of photovoltaics and logistics
• Experience:
  
  1-3 years in a manufacturing, production, or similar environment

• Proficient in office software
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Positive working attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with the daily workflow of the quality department

• 5+ years’ experience in the solar energy industry, particularly with solar modules or photovoltaic systems
• Familiarity with solar module manufacturing processes, performance testing, and quality standards
• Knowledge of U.S. energy regulations and compliance requirements for solar technologies
• Certifications in solar energy technologies or project management (e.g., NABCEP, PMP)

• International and multi-cultural communication and coordination ability
• Strong ownership of achieving plant goals
• Creative with a strong continuous improvement emphasis
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills
• Ability to influence others to establish lasting changes in behavior, norms and culture

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $63,000.00 - $86,625.00 for full-time status. Starting pay depends on job-related factors such as geographic location, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life. Corning offers a total compensation and benefits package to support your health, wellness, financial goals and career development from day one. Examples include:

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results
• 401(k) with company matching contributions up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6%
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, paid time off, parental leave, life insurance, disability programs, and Employee Assistance Program

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Corning is committed to equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. To request accommodations related to disability or religion, please contact