Scope of Position: • Leads technical teams in support of various projects for Corning Advanced Optics (AO) division • Leads technical teams and works with internal stakeholders to execute programs • Defines and executes overall project plans, including project schedules, budgets, and people resource needs, to enable programs to scale appropriately in each stage to meet technical, schedule, and cost targets • Drives progress from project initiation through delivery, ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints • Constantly monitors for changes in project requirements, scope, or assumptions • Sets key project messages and manages the flow of information related to project direction, issues, needs, and progress with key project stakeholders • Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors • Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results • Utilizes Corning's Tollgate process to direct program activities • Oversees product testing and evaluation to ensure that project requirements are met
Requirements: • Minimum Bachelor's in a technical field required** • 3-5 years of hands-on project management experience • Fully on-site presence required; i.e., not a remote or hybrid position • First shift, M-F 8am-5pm. Possible OT but not guaranteed • 0% to 10% travel
Top Must-Have Skills: • Management fundamentals • Able to lead teams • Energetic/driven; works with a sense of urgency
Required Skills: • Project management / leadership • Ability to lead technical team in resolution of problems and execution of strategy • Ability to interact with key stakeholders, building strong relationships for success • Ability to work cross functionally (commercial, technical, technology) • Able to track and manage project spending, resources & schedule • Proficient with Microsoft Office tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word • Proficient with project management tools: MS Project, risk assessment, scope management, etc. • Strong problem-solving capabilities, including application of appropriate methodologies • Able to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment • Ability to discern technical approaches by asking the right questions of teams • Strong oral and written communication skills, both formal and informal • Ability to articulate clear direction, risks, and project purpose across multiple organizational levels (management to project team) • Able to define and prioritize key project milestones
Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership): • Entrepreneurial attitude and approach toward the creation of new programs • Creative problem solver • Desire to create products and processes that grow the AO platform • Process discipline oriented: follows established protocols and processes, evaluates opportunities for improvement • Organized, rigorous attention to detail • Self-starter/motivated • Experience leading technical teams in the creation of new products or services • Demonstrated ability to work with customers is an advantage