Glassmaking Department Head - Capital Projects

Glassmaking Department Head - Capital Projects

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Our Optical Communications segment has evolved from manufacturing optical fiber and cable to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions. It is classified into two main product groupings: carrier network and enterprise network.

This Glassmaking Department Head position will lead Capital Projects to expand the capacity and capability of Global OFC Manufacturing Facilities.

• Upgrade and install optical fiber glass making manufacturing equipment, including complementary facility and process services, IT, Quality, and Operational systems.

• Lead projects primarily focused on optical fiber sites in North America or international locations.
• Oversee multiple projects typically exceeding $10M, involving multi‑disciplined direct reports and matrixed resources.
• Partner with OFC Technology Development teams to define and deliver required technologies.
• Use Corning’s Capital Management System (Capricorn) for project scope development and execution.
• Manage project teams, define resource needs, interact with leadership, and execute projects using the Capricorn process.
• Travel to project sites as needed during definition and execution; deployments may last 3–12+ months.
• Communicate with stakeholders, manage deliverables, schedules, and budgets, and report to the Manager of AMT Fiber Capital Programs.

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering or a combination of related technical degrees.
• Minimum of 7 years in leadership/management of capital manufacturing equipment projects or equivalent manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience leading project teams in design, troubleshooting, equipment, construction, and manufacturing cost management.
• Experience managing project budgets and developing business cases.
• Experience guiding teams toward consensus and informed decision-making.
• Willingness to deploy to project sites for 3–12+ months.
• Optical fiber manufacturing experience—in development, engineering, or operations.
• Project Management Professional certification.
• Technical or manufacturing leadership experience.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The compensation range for this position is $–$ for full‑time status. Starting pay depends on location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives tied to key business results.
• Full‑company paid pension benefit and company contributions to 401(k) savings, ranging from 7% to 12% of pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, life insurance, disability, disease management, paid time off, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition program to celebrate and reward exceptional contributions.

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