IT Analyst

Role Purpose

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mathematical programming and simulation models (e.g., linear and mixed-integer programming, discrete-event simulation) to address real-world business challenges.
• Analyze process flows, resource allocation, production planning, and logistics scenarios, recommending evidence-based improvements.
• Collect, clean, and analyze operational data; translate findings into model parameters and actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to frame business problems, gather requirements, and present results to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Document models, methodologies, and results; support knowledge sharing and team best practices.
• Assist in deploying optimization and simulation tools into production using modern software and platforms.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• 2+ years of practical experience applying operations research techniques to solve business or engineering problems.
• Proficiency with optimization solvers (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi, Pyomo+GLPK), simulation tools (e.g., AnyLogic, SimPy), and programming languages such as Python or R.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to continuously learn and apply new methods.
• Results-oriented and proactive in driving projects to completion.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with data preparation, workflow automation, and visualization is a plus.
• Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or commercial analytics preferred.

Pay

The range for this position is $91,225.00 - $125,435.00 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.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
• 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.
• A recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.