Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

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Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Date: Mar 26, 2025

Location: McAllen, TX, US, 78501

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 67798

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

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.

Role Purpose

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that the products (direct and raw materials) produced by Corning suppliers meet the quality standards that are set. This role will work closely with suppliers, Corning receiving plants, and GSM to effectively manage the quality of the supplied materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage supplier quality performance, conduct supplier audits, and ensure supplier compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify and rectify quality issues. Use problem-solving techniques, Six Sigma tools, statistical analysis, and other methodologies to improve supplier quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Supplier Development: Develop and maintain partnerships with suppliers. Train suppliers on quality requirements and monitor their performance.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to define process parameters, and ensure that supplier processes meet quality requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation of supplier quality data, audits, non-conformances, corrective actions, and quality tests.
• Ensure suppliers comply with relevant regulations and standards in their products and processes.
• Manage projects related to supplier quality, such as new supplier qualifications, process changes, and corrective action implementation.
• Ensure product integrity by the execution of the product quality architecture strategy (APQP and IATF Core tools)
• Perform Quality Systems, Process and Product Audits, using applicable Quality Standards and specifications– to ensure that processes comply with Corning Quality Requirements.
• Collaborate with the various Corning Supplier Quality teams
• Provide periodic progress updates on execution of the roadmap
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in engineering
• 5 years of experience in quality assurance, quality engineering, supplier quality or a related field
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Proficient in quality-related tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, statistical analysis, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

Languages

• English – fluent, use daily
• Spanish – fluent, use daily
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Certified DMAIC Black Belt
• Knowledge of ERP/QMS platforms (SAP, ETQ, SharePoint, Windchill)
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• TL9000/ISO9001 Auditor experience
  
  

Travel Requirement: Up to 50%, majority to Reynosa, Mexico Campus.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $90,614.00 - $124,595.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.
  
  

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Mc Allen