Plant Quality Manager

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74362 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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers. Role Purpose The Plant Quality Manager is accountable for product and process compliance with regulatory, customer, and Corning standards. The Plant Quality Manager provides leadership, development, and coaching for the plant quality organization. As a member of the Plant Leadership Team, the Quality Manager shares accountability for overall plant performance in safety, quality, service, and continuous improvement. This role promotes a strong culture of Quality throughout the plant and ensures compliance with all quality systems, policies, procedures, and practices, as well as all local, state, federal, and Corning safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Key Responsibilities Establish, review, and manage plant quality systems (including ISO documentation and records retention) and lead plant quality personnel to ensure products meet all customer requirements. Respond quickly and effectively to customer complaints and quality issues, serving as the customer advocate within the plant. Partner with process and product improvement teams to define key product attributes and develop appropriate control strategies and feedback loops to ensure expected performance. Continuously improve quality function spending to support cost reduction initiatives. Work with external vendors and suppliers to ensure consistent quality standards and protocols are established and rigorously followed for materials, supplies, and manufactured goods. Support manufacturing in the evaluation and qualification of new supplier materials. Manage department budgets and quality-related expenditures. Determine yield and/or financial impact of proposed changes in product specifications. Lead cross-functional project teams to resolve and permanently fix customer quality issues. Perform process capability analysis as required. Provide statistical design and analysis support to internal plant departments. Oversee all customer quality audits and lead corrective action teams to address and resolve audit findings. Work Hours Standard hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Responsible for supporting a 24/7 plant operation; occasional off-hours support may be required. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment Progressive leadership responsibility, including supervisory experience in quality, operations, or engineering Demonstrated experience leading teams through continuous improvement efforts, step‑change performance improvements, innovation, capability expansion, or organizational change initiatives Required Skills Experience with plant startup and establishing quality systems Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to effectively lead diverse teams and influence at all levels of the organization Proven supervisory skills in a manufacturing environment Working knowledge of ISO quality standards Experience in discrete manufacturing Six Sigma Green Belt certification Desired Skills Six Sigma Black Belt certification ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification Experience supporting innovation projects or new product introductions Soft Skills Collaborative team player who works effectively across functions and leadership levels Self‑motivated leader with strong ownership and initiative in addressing quality and operational challenges Trusted business partner who aligns quality priorities with plant and business objectives Demonstrated ability to embrace, lead, and sustain change in a manufacturing environment Strong commitment to excellence and continuous improvement beyond the current state Effective at allocating and managing resources through direct leadership and influence Proven ability to coach, develop, and strengthen team capability This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $134,306.00 - $184,671.00 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. When Corning wins, we all win. 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. Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.