Requisition Number: 67529
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.
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.
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.
?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 our Values and 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 [email protected].
Nearest Major Market: Saginaw
