About this role
<p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Requisition Number: 76042</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>The company built on breakthroughs. <br>Join us. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Come break through with us. </span></p> <p><br><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Role Purpose</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">The purpose of this position is to provide overall responsibility of development and execution of the Packaging Engineering strategy and team located in Stryków, Poland. Specific responsibilities include the design, development and implementation of packaging materials and solutions for new products, the standardization/optimization of existing packaging solutions to deliver improvements in cost, new technologies/materials, capability, quality and providing technical expertise with manufacturing, business teams/commercial to provide support for packaging related needs or issues.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lead, coach and develop the Packaging Engineering team located in Stryków, Poland</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Drive the Packaging Engineering strategy and support alignment with site priorities and global packaging objectives</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lead the design, development, qualification and implementation of packaging solutions for new and existing products</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Identify and execute initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, sustainability and packaging standardization</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert for packaging materials, technologies, processes and design solutions</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, engineering, logistics, commercial teams and global packaging partners to support business needs and resolve packaging-related issues</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lead packaging validation activities, including testing, qualification and implementation of new or improved packaging designs</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Partner and collaborate with suppliers to identify innovative materials and optimize existing packaging solutions</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Communicate regular progress updates to key EMEA stakeholders to drive alignment and engagement</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Requirements</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related engineering field</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Minimum 7 years of experience in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Design or Packaging Development</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams and complex cross-functional projects</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Advanced knowledge of packaging materials, packaging technologies and packaging design principles</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience developing, testing and implementing packaging solutions in a manufacturing environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision making</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Fluent communication skills in both English and Polish</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Strong leadership, coaching and people development capabilities</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Nice to have</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience working with SAP</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Knowledge of packaging design software</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience with packaging automation solutions</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Knowledge of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools and sustainability methodologies</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Travel Requirements</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">International travel – 15% or less</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>A job that shapes a life. </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Corning offers you the total package. </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a pension benefit that grows throughout your career. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Our health and well-being benefits include medical, multi-sport card, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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. </span></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>