Molding Project Leader **Date:** Apr 11, 2025 **Location:** McAllen, TX, US, 78501 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 66809 **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.  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. **Major Roles and Responsibilities:** • Execute Assessments on Complex Mold Tooling to Ensure Process Capability. • Consultation for Molded Products & Mold Tooling • Comprehensive Knowledge of Machine Tool Technology & Component Manufacturing Processes. • Molding Research and Development • Projects involved with: o Concept reviews for new product introductions. o Continuous improvement projects associated with equipment and processes. o Research support for new molding technologies. o Performance Excellence Projects. o Urgent process-related issues impacting product quality or delivery. o Utilization of existing quality programs to support advanced problem-solving activities. **Required Qualifications:** • 5+ years of experience with injection mold tooling & comprehensive understanding of polymer resins; Or 3+ years of hands-on bench work with PM, assessments, & repair of injection mold; 3+ years of plastic product and assembly design • Ability to operate machine tools • Strong project management and execution of administrative tasks • Detailed knowledge of all types of injection mold tooling • Ability to utilize all MS Office applications • Knowledge of tool steels and metallurgical properties • Thorough understanding of injection mold processing parameters and applications (cause and affect) • Ability to trouble shoot with advanced problem solving tools • Affective verbal and written communication • Ability to lead or participate in cross-functional teams • Functional with 3D CAD & CAM software • Ability to travel (domestic and international) • Influence ability to lead and train without direct supervision **Desired Qualifications:** • Mold flow technology • Mold set-up and processing capability • Familiarity with automation processes **Travel:** • Up to 50% **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** **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. **Nearest Major Market:** Mc Allen