External Manufacturing NPI Project Lead

External Manufacturing NPI Project Lead

Date: Jun 24, 2026

Location: Keller, TX, US, 76248 Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Austin, TX, US, 78726

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75594

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.

Purpose of Position

Position that manages key projects with External/Contract Manufacturing Partners that enable quicker, smoother growth and cost effectiveness for products in Optical Communications Division. This position will work cross functionally and Globally with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, Product Line Management, Global Supply Management & Quality.

Major Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure that External Manufacturers and key suppliers meet requirements for key projects
• Analyze and optimize forecasts to match production schedules and customer deliveries
• Analyze inventory data with recommendations to help position the business to lowest inventory level while supporting revenue targets
• Understand and manage product BOM, Approved Vendor List, Process Maps and associated data
• Escort product data, from design stages through NPI and volume manufacturing into End Of Life stage.
• Develop and maintain impact metrics and score cards to maintain execution traceability

Travel and location of work: Up to 35% travel. Includes domestic and overseas travel. Role based out of the Corning, Keller, TX alternative locations can be Austin, TX, Charlotte NC

Minimum Education, Skill and Experience Requirements

• Engineering bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred
• Minimum 1-3 years' experience in Engineering & Manufacturing environment and Project Management is preferred
• Minimum 1 years working on major global projects
• Understanding of Product Structures, BOM, AVL
• Understanding of PDM, ERP/MRP systems

Desired Skill and Experience Requirements

• Strong communication skills and flexibility to work with multiple cultures and time zones.
• High initiative, self-motivation and ability to work in multinational, matrixed organizations.
• Results oriented approach in managing multiple workstreams
• Ability to analyze data, manage actions and present results

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $81,750.00 - $112,406.00 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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