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Date: Jul 17, 2026
Location: Harrodsburg, KY, US, 40330
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Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 76666
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.
Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Role Purpose
The Measurements and Quality Engineer / Supervisor leads a team responsible for the measurement technologies that enable product quality and manufacturing performance. This leader owns metrology equipment reliability, measurement system capability, MSA compliance, and implementation of new measurement technologies. Success in the role requires a blend of technical expertise, people leadership, statistical problem-solving, and project management to ensure measurement systems provide accurate, actionable data that drive operational and quality excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead team of engineers and technicians to maintain current measurements technology to include coordinating with internal and external engineering resources to deliver glass measurements, equipment accuracy and reliability
Responsible for the metrology department and capital budget
Develop integration and receivership plans for new metrology gauges and requirements
Complete and maintain Measurement System Analyses for all key quality gauges, noting and acting on any opportunities for improvement
Provide guidance and training on the use of engineering principles and data to troubleshoot operational issues related to online and offline glass measurements
Support experiments and developments on multiple products which vary in dimension, texture and composition
Drive the use of KT, risk assessment, DMAIC, innovation and other tools to deliver results
Track and report on critical gauge performance and capability metrics
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct measurement and gauge equipment issues
Provide guidance/training to other personnel, primarily operations, to support 24/7 measurements
Onboard and validate new procedures and gauges through project work and SOP development
Required Education:
Bachelor of Science degree – mechanical, electrical, electronics, or computer science engineering or applicable mathematical field.
Required Skills:
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, especially related to mechanical and electronic systems
Methodical, data-based decision-making skills with the ability to use this data in proactively finding solutions
Understanding of basic statistical and data analysis concepts and their application in manufacturing
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Desired skills
Technical curiosity
Demonstrated project management skills, such as rigorous application of documented procedures and driving schedule, budget and scope
Ability to multitask in a rapidly changing environment
Experience with Six Sigma DMAIC principles
Understanding of KT problem solving techniques
Soft skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interface in a multicultural work environment
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to accept change
Open and engaging - able to interface effectively with others
Experience working with outside suppliers and contract
Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:
Typical schedule is M-F, 8-5. However, a typical work week consists of 45-50 hours per week.
Participation on plant weekend team with rotating coverage (typically 6-8 weekends per year, including one major holiday or one to two minor holidays)
Occasional weekend or evening support for developments
Typically, have two to three calls per month outside of normal office hours to collaborate with other plants regarding quality and measurements systems
Travel Requirements:
Majority of work week is spent on-site, in the plant. ‘Work From Home’ (WFH) policies will be executed as needed per the Responsible Corning policy
Travel for this position is less than 10%, and is typically for the purposes of training, company conferences or technology summits and equipment supplier visits
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $91,649.00 - $126,018.00 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
[email protected].
Nearest Major Market: Lexington
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