PEX Solutions Manager

Requisition Number: 76993   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.   The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.   Role Purpose The Division PEX Solutions Manager improves manufacturing performance across Advanced Optics by leveraging data, metrics, and Performance Excellence (PEX) (continuous improvement) methodologies to identify priorities, solve problems, and deliver measurable business results. Working directly with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams, this role drives measurable improvements in quality, productivity, cost, and operational effectiveness through structured problem solving, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement. The position also helps shape and scale the future PEX operating model, standards, and organizational capability across the division.   Key Responsibilities

Drive measurable improvements in quality, productivity, cost, and operational performance through effective use of data, metrics, and Performance Excellence methodologies. Lead structured problem-solving activities, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, effectiveness verification, and DMAIC-based improvement initiatives. Develop KPI, dashboard, scorecard, and visual management systems that improve performance visibility, accountability, and decision making. Partner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to identify priorities, solve operational challenges, and execute high-impact improvement initiatives. Coach leaders and teams on practical application of PEX tools while strengthening organizational problem-solving capability. Standardize best practices and help shape the future PEX operating model, standards, and organizational capability across Advanced Optics.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field.

7+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, operational excellence, process improvement, or related leadership roles. Demonstrated success leading data-driven improvement initiatives and structured problem-solving activities. Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, corrective action systems, and performance management. Experience developing KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, and visual management systems. Strong facilitation, coaching, communication, and change leadership skills. Ability to influence and lead within a multi-site, matrixed manufacturing environment.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Experience leading DMAIC projects and operational excellence programs. Experience with