MES Product Owner

Charlotte, NC, United States

MES Product Owner

Date: Jul 1, 2024

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 63844

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.

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Scope/Purpose of Position:

The MES Product Owner role will be responsible for working with business leaders, user, and IT resources to scope and define, develop, implement, and support standardized Camstar MES and PAC SCADA solutions across multiple divisions in a global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide deep subject matter expertise and technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures that are cost effective, standardized and meet user requirements.

Engage with internal/external customers to analyze requirements from a business and systems perspective by interpreting business goals and objectives and translating them into technical solutions.

Develop project schedules and budgets, overseeing the entire project timeline (scoping/discovery, requirements, design, build, test, implement, and support). Track work to ensure that application work is completed on schedule and that all impact to manufacturing systems are thoroughly documented and communicated. For larger projects, a Project Manager will be assigned to manage overall project metrics and tracking.

Key point of contact for the site business users, collaborating on testing and training materials to ensure that the site is prepared for implementation.

Collaborate with other IT staff such as Solution Architects, Developers, and Support staff. Facilitating daily/weekly communication and status sessions to track progress throughout the project cycle.

Ensure solutions are designed and deployed in accordance with standard Corning IT practices and the Corning Manufacturing 4.0 reference architecture.

Lead solution-selection activities as well as proof-of-concepts to show Camstar/PAC benefits for new sites/divisions, assess cost/benefit, efficiency, and technical viability of solutions to business problems.

Some international travel required in support of projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

5-7 years of experience in IT project management, and/or manufacturing operations.

BS in Computer Science /Systems Management/IT or related field.

Strong interest or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing execution systems (Camstar, PAC, Proficy, etc.)

Leadership and project management skills, with ability to continuously prioritize and multitask efficiently.

Desired Skills:

2+ yrs of experience in Camstar MES system.

Strong communication, presentation, organizational, facilitation and negotiation skills (including ability to “translate” between business and technology needs). Proven ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions.

Ability to influence decisions with critical thinking based upon experience and grasp of the strategic intent of the project.

Experience communicating with all levels of management and company personnel.

Experience working with IT systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Travel & Location

Up to 10% travel required.

The position will be based in Charlotte, NC.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $101,743.00 - $139,897.00 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: Charlotte