Packing Program Specialist **Date:** May 8, 2025 **Location:** Shanghai, SH, CN, 201807 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 68485 **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. **Scope of Position** The purpose of this position is tocollaborate, design, validate and provide support on packaging solutions that encompass 3 key areas around cost savings, sustainability, and meeting customer requirements. All of these areas are integral parts of the OCS Packaging Program and includethe standardization and optimization of existing packaging solutions to deliver improvements in cost, capability, and quality, and providing manufacturing and commercial support for packaging related issues. The Packaging Intern will collaborate with packaging engineers, along with internal and external partners to identify appropriate packaging materials and validate packaging designs that meet specifications and customer requirements. **Day to Day Responsibilities** + To apply packaging development skills and knowledge to assigned projects. + The candidate should be able to utilize and build on solid packaging fundamentals to complete his/her tasks. + Understand the total cost of packaging, including but not limited to materials, manufacturing, distribution, transportation, and sustainability. + Identify and execute packaging improvement opportunities to deliver cost, quality, and capability improvements for new and existing products + Testing and validation of new package designs and ensure product reliability + Generate appropriate technical documentation to support packaging design and process changes + Interface with packaging material solution vendors to identify and develop potential packaging solutions + Support and collaborate with other packaging engineers within and across global regions + Provide technical expertise to support manufacturing packaging issues or customer quality related issues related to packaging **Education and Experience** + Pursuing adegree in Packaging Engineering or of a comparable discipline acceptable + Relevant experience a plus. **Required Skills** + Demonstrates Drive and Commitment + Ability to comprehend, analyze, and solve complex problems + Ability to change priorities and tasks as necessary + Ability to work independently in a dynamic, business/manufacturing environment + Computer Literate in MS Office + Strong team skills, able to interact well with others **Desired Skills** + Project Management + Ability to prioritize and complete multiple task **Soft Skills** + Self-motivated, strong initiative + Fluent in English + Strong oral and written communication skills + Adaptable and flexible + Able to work in a team environment + Strong technical curiosity 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.