32 Manufacturing jobs in Wingate

Manufacturing Technician **Date:** Aug 14, 2025 **Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 70291 **The company built on breakthroughs.  ** **Join us. ** 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.    How do we do this? 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. 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. **Purpose of the Position:** Provide quick response manufacturing support triggered by Operations feedback as well as product quality data. Overall mission of a MET technician is to optimize the Safety, Product Selects and Equipment Utilization associated with the manufacturing of Optical Fiber. Identifies and supports process improvements. Uses judgment, experience and initiative to resolve problems and make recommendations. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + Help department achieve Safety and Lean goals. + 2nd point of contact to provide 2nd and 3rd level electrical/controls/mechanical/equipment troubleshooting of production equipment issues. + Responsible for monitoring area performance, identifying equipment/process issues, and following issues to closure. + Manage multiple troubleshooting issues utilizing sound technical principles to drive resolution. Prioritizing issues against plant and department priorities. + Receive training from engineering in technical SME (Subject Matter Expert) areas, on new processes/equipment and/or on procedural changes. + Receive hazardous material training for purpose of Spill Team support as well as supporting other Production activities involving controlled chemicals. + Work with a variety of groups including operators, other support technicians, engineers, and trades to coordinate and direct equipment startup, repair, troubleshooting, and process changes. + Oversee and direct Trades on repairs as necessary. + Support Preventive Maintenance efforts on equipment. + As needed, develop, document, and deliver training packages for new or modified equipment to production and support groups in the plant. + Assisting engineers in the design, troubleshooting, documentation, and implementation of new or modified production equipment. + Directing maintenance personnel in the construction, testing, installation, and debugging of equipment. **Education & Experience** : + Two year electrical/mechanical/or controls technical degree preferred (Associates) + Will consider experienced candidates with demonstrated skills and work experience + High school diploma and 10+ years manufacturing experience. + Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment + Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of simple to complex mechanical devices + Ability to read/understand electrical and mechanical drawings + Computer literate and understands Microsoft windows to locate files, edit, save, transfer, etc. **Required Skills:** + Sound decision making and prioritization skills + Ability to communicate with all levels of the plant organization + Strong people skills + Ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks as necessary + Good process and equipment troubleshooting skills + Mechanically and electrically inclined (aptitude for both) + Ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks as necessary + Good written and verbal communication skills (detailed oriented) + Ability to train effectively + PC proficient (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Passdown) + Controlled response in emergency situations + Willing to act as a motivator and role model **Desired Skills:** + Capable of using Diagnostic equipment + PC - Data Analysis (PI, etc.) **Soft Skills:** + Works well in a team environment, is a "self-starter" and "results oriented" + Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of the team + Complies with all policies and procedures of the plant + Works well with other disciplines (IT, mechanical, and process engineering) to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements **Travel Requirements:** (National/International; 0-100%) <5% **Hours of work:** Mon - Fri 8 hrs/day (Periodic OT/Weekend work will be required) On-call support every 6-8 weeks. **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $57,899.00 - $79,612.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO. *** **A job that shapes a life. ** **Corning offers you the total package. ** Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one + As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  + Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. + Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.    + Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  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. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at. **Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

Manufacturing Engineer
**Date:** Aug 11, 2025
**Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 70270
**The company built on breakthroughs.  **
**Join us. **
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.   
How do we do this? 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. 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.
A manufacturing engineer monitors and improves established manufacturing processes and equipment. To do so, they must leverage;fundamental understanding of manufacturing within their area of expertise, and basic understanding of manufacturing outside their area,data retrieval, analysis and reporting techniques,rigorous problem-solving methodologies andscientific methods and experiment planning
A manufacturing engineer makes changes to manufacturing processes and equipment with the goal of improving safety, reducing cost, improving quality, or increasing output. A manufacturing engineer also receives technology from development groups, delivers technology to production groups, and provides high level troubleshooting for manufacturing equipment issues.
**Scope of Position**
+ Work closely with development teams to maximize potential for success of incoming manufacturing/products
+ Collect data for incoming products and compare vs. metrics
+ Perform trend analysis (by equipment, attribute, product) and monitor/response plans
+ Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes/equipment and drive equipment robustness
+ Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions
+ Ensure accurate documentation for incoming manufacturing/products
+ Create manufacturing improvement corrective action plans and solutions
+ Provide inputs about equipment maintenance requirements and shortfalls
+ Identify when engineering support is required to address significant production platform/process/specification issues or changes
+ Work with production techs to drive equipment/manufacturing standardization and continuous improvements
+ Interface with production resources in other sections to drive consistency and share best practices
+ Interface with Engineering, Facilities, IT and Development organizations
+ Work with Operations team to include section supervision, shift supervision, and associates as required to ensure teams understand new manufacturing processes/products
+ Provide technical documentation for experiments conducted, changes made, and lessons learned as a result of above responsibilities.
+ Train operational organizations on new manufacturing processes, products, or changes to established manufacturing processes and products.
**Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:**
+ 8-10 hours/day; 40-50 hours/week.
+ Periodic off-hours (on-call) coverage
**Required Education and Experience:**
+ BS or greater in Mechanical, Chemical or Material Science or similar discipline
+ 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
+ Strong data analysis skills
+ Experience with Excel (pivot tables) and Access
+ Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively
+ Directive and autonomous
+ Strong decision making, prioritization and communication skills
**Desired Skills:**
+ Experience with various Fiber making platforms
+ Experience with PI manufacturing books
+ Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, e.g.)
+ Demonstrated project leadership
+ Computer Aided Design (CAD)
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $69,791.00 - $113,237.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
***
**A job that shapes a life. **
**Corning offers you the total package. **
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.   
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

Manufacturing Engineer
**Date:** Jul 28, 2025
**Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 69983
**The company built on breakthroughs.  **
**Join us. **
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.   
How do we do this? 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. 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.
**Scope of Position:**
- Work closely with development teams to maximize potential for success of incoming manufacturing/products
- Collect data for incoming products and compare vs. metrics
- Perform trend analysis (by equipment, attribute, product) and monitor/response plans
- Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes/equipment and drive equipment robustness
- Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure accurate documentation for incoming manufacturing/products
- Create manufacturing improvement corrective action plans and solutions
- Provide inputs about equipment maintenance requirements and shortfalls
- Identify when engineering support is required to address significant production platform/process/specification issues or changes
- Work with production techs to drive equipment/manufacturing standardization and continuous improvements
- Interface with production resources in other sections to drive consistency and share best practices
- Interface with Engineering, Facilities, IT and Development organizations
- Work with Operations team to include section supervision, shift supervision, and associates as required to ensure teams understand new manufacturing processes/products
- Provide technical documentation for experiments conducted, changes made, and lessons learned as a result of above responsibilities.
- Train operational organizations on new manufacturing processes, products, or changes to established manufacturing processes and products.
**Required Skills:**
- Strong data analysis skills
- Experience with Excel or other relevant software
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively
- Directive and autonomous
- Decision making and prioritization
- Communication skills
**Desired Skills:**
+ Experience with various Fiber making platforms
+ Experience with Automation and mechanical design
+ Experience with PI manufacturing books
+ Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, e.g.)
+ Demonstrated project leadership
+ Computer Aided Design
**Soft Skills:**
- Ability to work within a team and provide training to others
- Ability to allocate resources to accomplish goals
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $69,791.00 - $95,963.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
***
**A job that shapes a life. **
**Corning offers you the total package. **
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.   
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

Manufacturing Engineer
**Date:** Jul 31, 2025
**Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 69534
**The company built on breakthroughs.  **
**Join us. **
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.   
How do we do this? 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. 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.
**Scope of Position:**
A manufacturing engineer monitors and improves established manufacturing processes and equipment. To do so, they must leverage:
- fundamental understanding of manufacturing within their area of expertise, and basic understanding of manufacturing outside their area
- data retrieval, analysis and reporting techniques
- rigorous problem-solving methodologies
- scientific methods and experiment planning
A manufacturing engineer makes changes to manufacturing processes and equipment with the goal of improving safety, reducing cost, improving quality, or increasing output. A manufacturing engineer also receives technology from development groups, delivers technology to production groups, and provides high level troubleshooting for manufacturing equipment issues.
**Responsibilities:**
- Work closely with development teams to maximize potential for success of incoming manufacturing/products
- Collect data for incoming products and compare vs. metrics
- Perform trend analysis (by equipment, attribute, product) and monitor/response plans
- Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes/equipment and drive equipment robustness
- Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure accurate documentation for incoming manufacturing/products
- Create manufacturing improvement corrective action plans and solutions
- Provide inputs about equipment maintenance requirements and shortfalls
- Identify when engineering support is required to address significant production platform/process/specification issues or changes
- Work with production techs to drive equipment/manufacturing standardization and continuous improvements
- Interface with production resources in other sections to drive consistency and share best practices
- Interface with Engineering, Facilities, IT and Development organizations
- Work with Operations team to include section supervision, shift supervision, and associates as required to ensure teams understand new manufacturing processes/products
- Provide technical documentation for experiments conducted, changes made, and lessons learned as a result of above responsibilities.
- Train operational organizations on new manufacturing processes , products, or changes to established manufacturing processes and products.
**Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:**
- 8-10 hours/day; 40-50 hours/week.
- Periodic off-hours (on-call) coverage
**Required Education:**
- BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical or Material Science or similar engineering discipline
**Required Years and Area of Experience:**
- 2-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment,
**Required Skills:**
- Strong data analysis skills
- Experience with Excel (pivot tables) and Access
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively
- Directive and autonomous
- Decision making and prioritization
- Communication skills
**Desired Skills:**
- Experience with various Fiber making platforms
- Experience with PI manufacturing books
- Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, e.g.)
- Demonstrated project leadership
- Computer Aided Design
**Soft Skills:**
- Ability to work within a team and provide training to others
- Ability to allocate/supervise resources to accomplish goals
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $83,750.00 - $115,156.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
***
**A job that shapes a life. **
**Corning offers you the total package. **
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.   
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

A Sterile Manufacturing Technician is responsible for the manufacturing of sterile liquids for commercial distribution and clinical trials. Personnel in this position will support the production operation by handling aseptic cleaning and specializing in more than one of the processing areas (cleaning, formulation, aseptic filling, equipment preparation, terminal sterilization, etc). This includes but is not limited to operating manufacturing processing equipment by following standard operating procedures and batch records in accordance with FDA current Good Manufacturing Practices. In addition, personnel in this position will employ above average mechanical aptitude and acceptable aseptic techniques while working in controlled and classified environments, some of which require complete aseptic gowning. Personnel in this position will provide support in inspection and packaging areas as required.

* Troubleshoots a majority of basic machine issues and reaches out for maintenance support when needed in order to meet production timelines.
* Serves as setup mechanic for all area specific filling equipment.
* Has mastery of multiple aseptic processing concepts and steps including aseptic cleaning, equipment preparation for sterilization, product pathway assembly, sterile filtration, aseptic filling and terminal sterilization
* Possesses competitive, detailed oriented production mentality and is not satisfied by anything less than perfection.
* Provides training to other operators.
* Follows written procedures.
* Clearly and accurately document activities in batch records and logbooks.
* Performs basic math calculations.
* Performs in-process weight checks and component counting.
* Submits in-process samples to responsible departments.
* Performs cleaning of rooms, tools and equipment.
* Performs specific visual inspections based on clearly outlined checks and specifications for the finished product.
* Responsible to ensure that the product meets specification
* Maintain Aseptic Gown Certification.
* Operate Autoclave to prepare/sterilize supplies as needed.
* Read, understand and review SOPs and Protocols as required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate, maintain, assemble & disassemble, clean and set-up applicable production equipment.

Execute batch records and production of material promptly and with the highest quality standards.

Maintain documentation and functional work areas to CGMP standards.

Capable of lifting and moving heavy equipment parts and containers.

Qualifications:

Training or Experience:

Must possess mechanical aptitude.

Must be familiar with computer applications.

Must possess knowledge of the metric weight system.

Must be able to adhere to outlined procedures and practices and follow specific instructions.

Must possess strong math skills, documentation skills, and organization skills.

Must be able to lift up to 40-50 lbs.

Must possess good manual dexterity.

Must possess basic knowledge of CGMPs.

Must be able to transcribe detailed data accurately according to CGMP and SOP standards.

Must be able to work overtime with little or no notice. Must maintain good attendance.

Responsible for maintaining the companys high standards of quality, to meet the day-to-day scheduling needs and have the ability to accomplish the departmental goals

Consistently operates in an ethical and safe manner; compliant with procedures and policies; builds trust; tells the truth; initiates transparency into problems; communicates issues openly. Builds strong, diverse teams; attracts and retains good people; develops and makes people better; empowers others; flawless execution in order to support all the multiple technology transfer running parallel

Continue to drive production and think outside the box to maximize output and try to balance personal life with continue changes on daily tasks requirements.

Ownership of the process and the products being manufactured. Doing it correctly the first time with pride and quality. Focus on working with your team members on ways to succeed

Education:

High School Diploma/Associate Degree preferred

Experience:

2 4 Years experience in CGMP/Aseptic Operations Background

Manufacturing Shift Supervisor
**Date:** Aug 23, 2025
**Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 69835
**The company built on breakthroughs.  **
**Join us. **
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.   
How do we do this? 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. 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.
**Role Purpose**
Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply. Receives work assignments with general instructions. Directs subordinates to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies. Leads and interacts daily with subordinates and/or functional peer groups. May interact with other area supervisors, internal customers, and functional peer groups at management levels. Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects/schedules, etc. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks, and checking work at frequent intervals. A portion of time is normally spent performing individual tasks related to the unit or sub-unit. Encompasses the direction and inspection of the performance of individuals or a team of associates who put together components to make assemblies, subassemblies, or completed units, or make or process raw materials into finished products in an industrial environment.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Supervises and leads production operations teams 24/7.
+ Serves as a champion for safety culture.
+ Coordinates prioritization of product manufacturing and equipment troubleshooting needs.
+ Holds team of operators and shift technicians accountable to established metrics.
+ Essential Functions and key responsibilities include the following: maintaining equipment schedules, managing timecards, posting and filling overtime slots, addressing personnel concerns, communicating with all employee levels at the plant, and providing solutions to complex and dynamic problems.
+ Serves as incident commander for plant spill alarms.
+ This position is a key part of the plant leadership structure.
**Experiences/Education - Required**
+ High school education and 5+ years relevant work experience
+ Effective communicator: peers, subordinates, and leadership
+ Capacity to learn complex manufacturing process flow and/or systems
+ Strong data analysis skills
+ Inquisitive problem-solving skills
+ High individual initiative and self-management
+ Must be able to see, hear, speak, and move about a manufacturing environment.
+ Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
+ Must be able to perceive heat and cold.
+ Must maintain a significant level of cognitive function to solve complex problems.
+ Working Hours: 12 hour rotational schedule
**Experiences/Education - Desired**
+ 4-year degree preferred in engineering preferred with a preference for chemical, materials , or mechanical engineering.
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $79,166.00 - $108,854.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
***
**A job that shapes a life. **
**Corning offers you the total package. **
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.   
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

Manufacturing Controls Engineer
**Date:** Aug 20, 2025
**Location:** Wilmington, NC, US, 28405
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 70357
**The company built on breakthroughs.  **
**Join us. **
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.   
How do we do this? 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. 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.
**Role Purpose**
A manufacturing engineer monitors and improves established manufacturing processes and equipment. To do so, they must leverage:
- fundamental understanding of manufacturing within their area of expertise, and basic understanding of manufacturing outside their area
- data retrieval, analysis and reporting techniques
- rigorous problem-solving methodologies
- scientific methods and experiment planning
A manufacturing engineer makes changes to manufacturing processes and equipment with the goal of improving safety, reducing cost, improving quality, or increasing output. A manufacturing engineer also receives technology from development groups, delivers technology to production groups, and provides high level troubleshooting for manufacturing equipment issues.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Work closely with development teams to maximize potential for success of incoming manufacturing/products
- Collect data for incoming products and compare vs. metrics
- Perform trend analysis (by equipment, attribute, product) and monitor/response plans
- Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes/equipment and drive equipment robustness
- Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure accurate documentation for incoming manufacturing/products
- Create manufacturing improvement corrective action plans and solutions
- Provide inputs about equipment maintenance requirements and shortfalls
- Identify when engineering support is required to address significant production platform/process/specification issues or changes
- Work with production techs to drive equipment/manufacturing standardization and continuous improvements
- Interface with production resources in other sections to drive consistency and share best practices
- Interface with Engineering, Facilities, IT and Development organizations
- Work with Operations team to include section supervision, shift supervision, and associates as required to ensure teams understand new manufacturing processes/products
- Provide technical documentation for experiments conducted, changes made, and lessons learned as a result of above responsibilities.
- Train operational organizations on new manufacturing processes , products, or changes to established manufacturing processes and products.
**Experiences/Education - Required**
- BS or greater in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Material Science
- 2-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong data analysis skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively
- Directive and autonomous
- Decision making and prioritization
- Communication skills
**Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:**
- 8-10 hours/day; 40-50 hours/week.
- Periodic off-hours (on-call) coverage
**Experiences/Education - Desired**
- Experience with electrical, controls, automation systems, and/or PLC programming
- 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
- Experience with PI manufacturing books
- Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, e.g.)
- Demonstrated project leadership
- Computer Aided Design
- Ability to work within a team and provide training to others
- Ability to allocate/supervise resources to accomplish goals
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $88,059.00 - $121,082.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
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**A job that shapes a life. **
**Corning offers you the total package. **
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
+ Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well - when Corning wins, we all win.   
+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.
**Nearest Major Market:** Wilmington

**Job Description Summary**
Lead Manufacturing engineer with responsibility sustaining, improving and supporting troubleshooting and maintenance and upkeep of automated equipment within the Fuel Component Operation. This will develop and deliver Tooling that are used to manufacture hardware for commercial nuclear power reactors. The Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of new products and technology with an emphasis in motion control to meet manufacturing needs and overcome complex technical challenges. This individual will ensure there are appropriate operating procedures, support operator and maintenance technician training material, create technical reports for the associated equipment, and drive improvement projects to mitigate the leading causes for lost productivity, or quality non-conformances.
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities**
Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
+ Execute the design, and development for specialty tooling and equipment using sound engineering principles and adhering to engineering standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.
+ Develop tooling of medium to high complexity though Mechanical, Electrical, Software Programming and Motion Control design.
+ Communicate technical detail to fabricators and technicians through the generation of fabrication drawings, specifications, and direct communication.
+ Manage day-to-day operation of manufacturing equipment, other processes, and troubleshoot equipment issues
+ Provide guidance to operations teams on best practices for safe and efficient machine operations
+ Partner with operations teams to improve how equipment is ran
+ Support training of new operators
+ Generate operational instructions for newly developed tools and equipment.
+ Provide feedback and technical input during design reviews and verifications.
+ Interface with a broad, multi-disciplinary team.
+ Lead implementation process improvement initiatives on managed equipment and processes
+ Support lean initiatives and preventative maintenance programs
+ Act as subject matter expert of the assigned manufacturing processes to support maintenance and operations troubleshooting
+ Process monitoring to ensure equipment and process is within control and reliability and availability expectations
+ Upkeep of process and equipment documentation including operating procedures, maintenance guides, training material, technical reports, and functional test instructions
+ Provide operational oversight and training support for operators and maintenance of equipment
+ Drive process improvement projects in response to identified issues, and proactively as opportunities are identified
+ Support testing of equipment, processes, and controls to assure conformance to applicable regulations and quality requirements
+ Support 24/7 manufacturing operation, including emergency response, and scheduled projects
+ Other relevant duties as assigned
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with five (5) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer or equivalent on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (2) of the those years in a production environment
OR
+ Associates degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with seven (7) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer or equivalent on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (4) of the those years in a production environment
OR
+ High School Diploma or equivalent with ten (10) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (5) of the those years in a production environment
**Eligibility Requirements**
+ Ability to walk up and down stairs.
+ Willingness and ability to support urgent machine issues on off hours.
+ Willingness to work flexible hour meet business projects/initiatives.
+ Must be 18 years or older and have legal authorization to work in the United States.
+ **GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).**
+ **This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment**
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Experience with process and/or equipment documentation development and upkeep
+ Solid understanding of the principles of Motion Control
+ Experience with the selection, use, and design of motion control components suitable to operate mechatronic devices.
+ Experience with industrial equipment troubleshooting and maintenance support
+ Experience with improvement projects for automated industrial equipment or processes
+ Experience resolving obsolescence issues or proactive obsolescence prevention
+ Experience working in a regulated environment
+ Experience with GE (now Emerson) PLC's
+ Experience with Oracle databases and SQL
+ Experience with motion control device selection, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance
+ Experience with computer programming (software)
+ Experience with GE MkVIe
+ Experience with PI Process Historian
+ Experience with GE (now Emerson) License Server
+ Experience with configuration/change management
+ Experience supporting 24/7 chemical/manufacturing processes
+ Ability to develop creative solutions for complex, challenging issues.
+ Ability to explain complex issues to a non-technical audience.
+ Positive track record of experience resolving technical issues.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
+ Strong written communication skills.
+ Proven ability to influence others.
**US Pay transparency verbiage**
The salary range for this position is $95-120k. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. This position is expected to close on 8/26/2025.
Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.
_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._
**Additional Information**
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.
The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).
**Job Description**
**Roles and Responsibilities**
+ Includes direct training of new and altered operations to production team.
+ Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
+ Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with the value stream, including material flow, tooling, and the prescribed methods of completing operations.
+ Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.
+ Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.
+ Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
+ May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
+ Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.
+ Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing) + 3 years of manufacturing
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
+ Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
+ Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
+ Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
+ Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
+ Strong oral and written communication skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
+ Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
+ Established project management skills
_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._
**Additional Information**
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.