Manufacturing Jobs in Charlotte, NC
Manufacturing jobs in Charlotte, North Carolina are concentrated in the Westside industrial corridor, North Charlotte near Interstate 85, and the Cabarrus County edge of the metro, where automotive, aerospace components, food processing, and precision machining employers drive steady demand. Employers actively hiring right now include Siemens Energy, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Electrical Automation Services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Requisition Number: 78280
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.
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.
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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 and Experience:
- 2+ yrs of experience in Camstar MES system.
- Strong communication, presentation, organizational, facilitation and negotiation skills.
- 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.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $110,618.00 - $152,101.00 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.
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 accommodations@corning.com.
Requisition Number: 78280
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.
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 and Experience:
- 2+ yrs of experience in Camstar MES system.
- Strong communication, presentation, organizational, facilitation and negotiation skills.
- 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.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $110,618.00 - $152,101.00 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.
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 accommodations@corning.com.
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Manufacturing Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a manufacturing job in Charlotte?
Focus your search on Charlotte's Westside industrial districts and the I-85 corridor through Cabarrus and Rowan counties, where automotive suppliers, aerospace component makers, and food and beverage processors cluster. Candidates with hands-on CNC machining, welding certifications, or quality control experience move fastest in this market. Applying directly to Charlotte-area production facilities and attending Centralina Workforce Development events gives you a concrete local edge.
Which companies hire manufacturings in Charlotte?
Employers hiring manufacturings in Charlotte right now include Siemens Energy, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Electrical Automation Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charlotte's manufacturing employer base skews toward large automotive and aerospace suppliers alongside regional food and beverage producers, many operating multi-shift facilities along the I-85 and I-77 corridors.
Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Charlotte?
Yes, though opportunities are limited. Hands-on production, assembly, and quality floor roles are almost always on-site by nature, but engineering, supply chain coordination, and process planning roles can be remote or hybrid. About 33% of manufacturing openings tied to Charlotte are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be concentrated in program management and procurement rather than direct production.
How can I get a manufacturing job in Charlotte with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is through production operator and general assembly roles at the large Tier 1 automotive and food processing facilities along the I-85 corridor, many of which hire on a rolling basis and provide paid on-the-job training. Central Piedmont Community College's manufacturing programs and Centralina Workforce Development's apprenticeships are strong local on-ramps. Showing up with a forklift certification or basic OSHA 10 card noticeably strengthens an entry-level application in this market.
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