Advanced Scientist R & D
- Location
- Granville, OH, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Glass Scientist is responsible for supporting safe, stable, and cost-effective manufacturing operations by applying glass science expertise to glass-making materials, formulations, and process improvement. This role partners closely with operations, melting, sourcing, vendors, and product teams to solve complex technical problems, qualify new glass-making materials, strengthen supply and quality performance, and ensure environmental and product health compliance. Reports to : Glass S&T Leader Span of Control : Individual Contributor JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Productivity & Stable Operations (90%)
- Partner with operations and melting teams to resolve complex challenges and drive process improvements through cross-functional collaboration
- Work with Owens Corning production facilities, sourcing organizations, and vendors to reduce raw material cost and improve raw material quality and supply security
- Create glass formulations for the production facilities utilizing the glass-making materials available
- Lead investigations into glass defects to identify and address root causes
- Develop solutions that improve production efficiency and reduce production cost
- Specify and qualify new materials for glass manufacturing for use in OC’s global glass-making operations
- Draft and revise Purchase Acceptance Standards for all relevant glass-making materials
- Partner with our current and prospective suppliers to troubleshoot and optimize their processes
- Environmental and product health compliance
Glass Science (10%)
- Collaborate with product teams & peers in Glass + Melting S&T to improve product quality
JOB REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in Glass Science, Ceramic Science, Materials Science, or Geology
- 3-10 years of experience in glass operations or with glass-making materials
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :
- Strong fundamental knowledge of batch material and glass reactions
- Knowledge of batch raw material processing and material handling
- Communicates effectively (oral and written) to technicians, scientists, plants, and leadership
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail by ensuring accuracy in glass formulations, data analysis, documentation, specifications, and technical recommendations
- Active listening skills: listens carefully to understand concerns, asks clarifying questions, and responds thoughtfully to stakeholders across technical and operational teams
- Demonstrates a customer-first approach by aligning technical work with stakeholder needs and operational priorities
- Able to collaborate and work effectively across multiple organizations and technical disciplines
- Self-starter who works with minimal supervision, effectively balancing multiple assignments
- Strong analytical skills and ability to use and analyze data from multiple sources to make data-driven decisions
- Documents trials and trains others on process and product improvements
- Demonstrates strong project leadership skills Including:
- Self-sufficient and capable of delivering solutions for complex problems with minimal supervision
- Capable of leading and functioning in a multi-disciplinary team
- Concisely communicates technical progress during project reviews with senior leaders
- Strong understanding of basic financial concepts to deliver solutions with the greatest value
- Other skills and experience that are highly desired, though not required
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From Owens Corning's careers page (Company careers page), checked 28 Oct 2026.
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Posted 20 Oct 2026 · checked 28 Oct 2026 · Report this job