Quality Specialist, IQA

Quality Control & Assurance Specialist – 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.

• Conduct routine inspections of materials, processes, and finished products to ensure adherence to strict quality standards.
• Monitor production activities to identify and resolve deviations or non-conformities.
• Perform and analyze quality tests (EL, IV, and visual appearance) for photovoltaic modules.

• Investigate customer complaints and coordinate cross-functionally to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Track and report on improvement measures to prevent recurrence of issues.

• Assist with internal and external quality audits, including ISO
  9001 and customer-specific certifications.
• Ensure all processes meet regulatory and customer requirements; support preparations for factory inspections.

• Analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities for process optimization.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate quality records, including inspection reports, audit findings, and corrective action plans.
• Update and revise quality documentation in response to process or product changes.

• Deliver quality training to production staff to improve awareness and adherence to standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to enhance our quality systems.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

• Education: High School Diploma or higher in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in quality control/assurance, preferably in solar or electronics manufacturing or related field.
• Skills: Proficiency in quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, and MSA; experience with IQA processes—including monitoring, feedback, standardization, and continuous improvement; familiarity with ISO
  9001 and photovoltaic manufacturing standards; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MES software.
• Language: Proficiency in English;
  Mandarin/Chinese is a plus.
• Experience in lab/reliability testing—focused on measuring performance and collecting data (Solar Lab experience a plus).

The range for this position is $48,530.00 - $66,729.00 assuming full‑time status. Starting pay 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 aligned with key business results.
• 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions and matching 401(k) contributions up to 12% of pay.
• Health and well‑being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, disability, disease management, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.

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 providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.