Process Development Manager

Process Development Manager

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 every day. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. Come break through with us.

The successful candidate would work in the Advanced Optics (AO) Development group of the Science and Technology Division. Advanced Optics is a global leader in providing cutting-edge material and optical solutions that serve a variety of commercial markets including semiconductor manufacturing, microfabrication, consumer electronics, and more. Corning's unmatched expertise in specialty glass and optical physics results in a diverse set of advanced optical products and components. The intersection of optics with novel glass materials has created unique opportunities to expand our markets. The Process Development Manager will lead projects and provide technical leadership for materials process development and deliver processes and products to the Advanced Optics business. This person will develop new processes focused on transformational cost reductions of existing processes to deliver higher margin products, to meet the requirements of different segments in the AO businesses. In addition, the individual will collaborate with other functions such as Research and Division Engineering, Manufacturing organizations through transferring processes and knowledge as necessary.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Leads and manages complex technology development projects involving high purity powder synthesis, processing, sintering, finishing, and measurement.
• Coordinates multi-location and cross-functional project teams, aligning engineering, operations, finance, and Product Line Managers to ensure cohesive execution.
• Prepares and oversees detailed project plans including scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, and resource allocation, with attention to business case creation and ROI tracking.
• Ensures efficient, timely, and high-quality project execution using the most appropriate internal and external resources and partners.
• Supports technology platform leaders in planning and managing R&D activities, including cost modeling and identifying margin levers to link process changes to P&L impact.
• Collaborates with Process and Product leadership teams in a highly integrated environment to develop and transfer technologies into manufacturing, while leading through resistance and ambiguity.
• Provides guidance to R&D Engineers in conducting cross-functional design reviews, analyzing concepts, and evaluating cost-effectiveness of component and assembly designs.
• Contributes to the creation of technology and product roadmaps.
• Up to 50% domestic travel required.

Experiences / Education - Required

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $155,994.00 - $214,493.00 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. 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 aspirations, and career from day one. Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make 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. 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.