Controls Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Corning Incorporated; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 71,678 - 98,557; 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 is seeking a Controls & Manufacturing Technician to provide hands-on technical support across various systems. This role involves troubleshooting, supporting controls projects, and improving production processes.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in a relevant field and experience with controls and manufacturing environments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $71,678 to $98,557, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing environments with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Servo Drives.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on production equipment.
• Support plant control systems including PLCs and HMIs.
• Create and maintain technical documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Controls systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen Bradley ControlLogix

HMI/SCADA systems

Job description

Corning is a leading innovator in glass, ceramic, and materials science, providing cutting‑edge optical solutions across the communications industry.

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. The role involves diagnosing and resolving equipment issues, supporting controls projects, and driving reliability and process improvements to keep production running at its best.

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 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human‑Machine Interfaces (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 experience in manufacturing environments with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting)
• Knowledge of controls systems including PLCs (in particular Allen Bradley/Rockwell), HMIs, sensors, motors, and actuators
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, and Lock‑Out Tag‑Out (LOTO) procedures
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (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/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (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.

The range for this position is $71,678.00 – $98,557.00 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
• 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
• Recognition programs 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. 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 [e-mail].