Job Description

Requisition Number: 68617

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, and automotive 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 

Purpose of the Position:

The Safety Engineer will report to the EH&S Manager and is responsible for evaluating, designing, implementing, and maintaining workplace safety, and health programs that are consistent with applicable requirements (regulations, ISO 14001, corporate Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) standards, internal management system standards, and industry best management practices).

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, develops, and implements action plans, processes, audits, JHA revalidations, and procedures to control safety risks and for achieving compliance to regulatory standards, Corning safety policies, ISO 14001, and improvement initiatives.
• Sets up processes to conduct suitable and sufficient assessments that proactively identify hazards and reduce risk including but not limited to hazard identification & risk assessments, pre-startup safety review, job safety analysis, PPE, machine guarding, and hazardous energy.
• Analyze work tasks and environments, including third party industrial environmental evaluations, using industry and Corning accepted ergonomic assessment methods/tools and drive improvements that reduce risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
• Performs trending analysis to improve EH&S performance by gathering data, developing reports, identifying gaps, evaluating risk, and implementing improvements.
• Ensure the Emergency Response Plan remains current with regulatory requirements and site needs.  Responds to emergency events within the plant to mitigate/control the effects and begin to restore the situation to normal operations.
• Ensure programs for contractors and construction projects are implemented consistent with Corning standards, regulatory requirements, and best management practices.
• Applying a comprehensive understanding of chemical handling and safety procedures, along with a strong foundation in Process Safety Management (PSM).

Work Hours:

• Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm)    
• Managing a 24/7 plant structure, so occasional support when needed.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree with ASP Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Executed behavioral based safety programs that proactively engage employees in identifying hazards and preventing mistakes/errors.
• Intermediate level of knowledge using standard Microsoft desktop applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook).  Experience with SharePoint a plus.

Desired Skills:

• CIH or CSP Certification
• Extensive training and/or experience with a broad array of safety programs including but not limited to fall protection, crane & hoists, confined space, powered industrial vehicles, ergonomics, & electrical safety programs.
• Implemented/maintained EHS programs aligned to ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OSHA Star Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), or other recognized EHS standards

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $73,310.00 - $100,801.00 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.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• 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.     
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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 accommodations@corning.com .

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