Cleaning & Packaging Shift Technician

Requisition Number: 73262

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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 Cleaning & Packaging Shift Technician is responsible for supporting and optimizing cleaning and packaging operations within a Corning's solar manufacturing facility. This role ensures process stability, drives operational excellence, and assists team leaders and operators in achieving production goals. Acting as a critical link between operations, technical/engineering, maintenance, and quality teams, the Process Technician will monitor processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements. In addition, this position contributes to cost reduction initiatives, process control enhancements, and capacity improvement projects to maximize efficiency and reliability across the shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate with safety incidents and employee feedback.
• Compile shift/production reports.
• Select and OEE Performance.
• Downtime reconciliation.
• OEE runs Distribution.
• Safety and Housekeeping objectives, 5S compliance.
• Job Change Effectiveness
• Process Control/Process Discipline Strategy – SOS, SOP across the plant
• Compliance to Quality specification and limit Samples
• Compliance with work rules.
• Provide information for Pre-Run and Post Run Reviews with Line technicians, Batch Section Supervisor, and engineers.
• Participate with and support all engineering activities directly effecting manufacturing improvements.
• Production support for any throughput or safety items that may be hindering output.
• Resolution to ongoing chronic issues that require process monitoring and data analysis to implement robust controls solutions.
• Manage multiple projects utilizing sound engineering principles to drive completion.
• Works closely with development groups to support new product development.
• Provide detailed documentation at the completion of projects.

Work Hours

• 2-3-2 rotating schedule transitioning from day shift to night shift every 2nd week.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience working with and troubleshooting process equipment.
• Experienced in electrical system troubleshooting including low and medium voltage systems, PLCs, temperature controls safety systems, etc.
• Experience with mechanical system troubleshooting including pneumatic controls, flow control, material handling, etc.)

Desired Skills

• Electrical technician with a 2-year technical degree
• Advanced knowledge of induction furnace heating and troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge of PLC Control systems: Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Siemens or similar systems.
• Computer and data collection skills. Uses data and systematic approach to solve problems and make decisions.
• Successful track record of performance in previous work experiences
• 3+ years work experience in manufacturing environment.

Soft Skills

• Works well in a team environment, is a “self-starter” and “results oriented”.
• Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of the team.
• Complies with all policies and procedures of the plant.
• Works well with other disciplines (IT, mechanical, and process engineering) to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements.
• Ability to effectively coordinate, organize work and resources to achieve results.
• Has a good attitude and interpersonal skills.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $58,934.00 - $81,034.00 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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected] .