Supplier Quality Engineer
**Date:** Dec 11, 2025
**Location:** Glendale, AZ, US, 85301
**Company:** Corning
Requisition Number: 72108
**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.
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
**Role Purpose**
The Supplier Quality Engineer will be a key contributor to ensuring the highest standards of material quality and supplier performance for our solar module manufacturing operations. This role goes beyond traditional quality oversight-it is about building strong partnerships with suppliers, sourcing new materials, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain. The successful candidate will work closely with raw material vendors to qualify suppliers, develop quality standards, and resolve issues quickly and effectively. In addition, this position will play an active role in identifying and onboarding new suppliers, ensuring they meet stringent technical and compliance requirements. The role may involve travel to supplier sites to conduct audits, support development activities, and strengthen relationships that enable operational excellence in a fast-growing renewable energy environment.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Manage supplier quality processes including qualification, audits, and ongoing performance monitoring.
+ Develop and implement supplier quality requirements, specifications, and standards.
+ Review and approve supplier documentation such as PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and other quality deliverables.
+ Drive supplier development initiatives, including corrective and preventive actions for nonconformances.
+ Conduct root cause analysis and ensure timely resolution of supplier-related quality issues.
+ Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
+ Track supplier KPIs, prepare performance reports, and communicate results to leadership.
+ Partner with engineering and operations on material approvals, change management, and cost reduction initiatives.
+ Support audits, certifications, and compliance requirements.
+ Provide on-site supplier support as needed, including travel to supplier locations.
+ Manage supplier claims, maintain the approved supplier list, and ensure proper documentation and archiving.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field required.
+ 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or related field.
+ Experience in solar, semiconductor, or electronics manufacturing preferred.
+ Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and related quality management systems.
+ Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA, and root cause analysis tools.
**Required Skills**
+ Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
+ Proficiency in data analysis and reporting (Excel, Minitab or similar tools).
+ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
**Soft Skills**
+ Strong communication and negotiation skills.
+ Team-oriented and collaborative approach.
+ Ability to work with international suppliers and cross-functional teams.
+ Flexible, proactive, and detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**
The range for this position is $79,108.00 - $108,774.00 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.
**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 aspirations, and career from day one.
+ 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.
+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
+ 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Some benefits are offered only at participating locations. Candidates will be informed during the interview process if offerings differ at their location.
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