Controls Maintenance Technician

Corning Incorporated; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 59,731 - 82,131; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

100% company-paid pension benefit

Health and well-being benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Hickory, North Carolina, seeks a Controls & Manufacturing Technician to provide hands-on technical support across electrical, mechanical, and automation systems in our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot production equipment, support preventative maintenance, and contribute to process improvements.

Ideal applicants will have an Associate’s degree in a relevant technology and at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing. Benefits include company-paid pension, health benefits, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of controls systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, motors, and actuators.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA standards, and LOTO procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues.
• Support maintenance and reliability initiatives.
• Create and update electrical schematics.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Technology or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen Bradley ControlLogix

Job description

Corning is built on breakthroughs. Join us. We are one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible from the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space.

Requisition Number: 75980

Role Purpose

Corning is hiring a Controls & Manufacturing Technician to provide hands‑on technical support across electrical, mechanical, and automation systems on our manufacturing floor. You’ll be the go‑to resource for diagnosing and resolving equipment issues, supporting controls projects, and driving reliability and process improvements that keep production running at its best. This strong role suits a technically sharp, self‑directed technician who thrives in a fast‑paced plant environment and wants variety, ownership, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for electrical and controls troubleshooting on production equipment—diagnosing and resolving issues using data‑driven approaches.
• Provide advanced support for plant control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and automation equipment.
• Support and execute controls and electrical scope for improvement and capital projects; assist in transferring new technologies and processes into production.
• Support preventive maintenance and reliability initiatives; analyze process data to identify trends and prevent recurring issues.
• Create and update electrical schematics and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical; maintain accurate technical documentation for equipment and processes.
• Train and support maintenance and operations teams in troubleshooting methods; collaborate with engineering and maintenance partners.

Experiences/Education – Required

• Associate’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Technology—or equivalent manufacturing experience (at least 2 years in manufacturing environments with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting).
• Knowledge of controls systems including PLCs (particularly Allen Bradley/Rockwell), HMIs, sensors, motors, and actuators.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA standards, and LOTO procedures.
• Knowledge of VFDs and servo drives.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Work Schedule

• Rotating 12‑hour shifts or standard weekday schedule based on business needs.

Experiences/Education – Desired

• Experience programming Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and technical documentation creation.
• Knowledge of motion control systems and industrial networks.
• Experience with OSI PI or other process data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with legacy controls systems and plant networks.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Compensation range: $59,731.00 – $82,131.00, assuming full‑time status. Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives align with key business results.
• 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career; matching contributions to your 401(k) can bring total contributions to 7%–12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
• Health and well‑being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward 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. 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 [e-mail].