Controls Technician

Corning Inc.; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Fairport, NY is seeking a Controls Technician to support, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve electrical and control systems across manufacturing.

You will read electrical diagrams, work with PLC-based systems, and perform soldering and assembly tasks to keep operations safe and efficient. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree and 3+ years of hands-on experience, plus proficiency with multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electrical technology, Mechatronics, Automation, Electronics, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years experience troubleshooting electrical, automation, or manufacturing equipment in an industrial, plant, laboratory, or technical environment.
• Strong circuit troubleshooting skills using multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers
• Ability to create, revise, or redline electrical diagrams and documentation.
• Experience with soldering electrical or electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical, electronic, and control systems supporting manufacturing and plant operations.
• Diagnose electrical and automation issues involving sensors, relays, motors, drives, control panels, power distribution, and associated field devices.
• Perform soldering of wires, connectors, and electronic components for repair, prototype, and production support work.
• Support technical documentation development, including SOPs, schematics, and work instructions.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Automation systems

Soldering

Schematic reading

Electrical tests

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in electrical tech

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Function generator

Logic analyzer

Altium

PLC/HMI tools

Job description

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 Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

Role Purpose

The Controls Technician is responsible for supporting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical and control systems. This role supports manufacturing equipment, plant systems, and automation infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. The position requires strong hands‑on technical skills, the ability to read and develop electrical diagrams and drawings, working knowledge of PLC-based systems, safe work practices around electrical equipment, and the ability to perform soldering and electrical assembly tasks. PCB design experience is a plus, but not required

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical, electronic, and control systems supporting manufacturing and plant operations.
• Diagnose electrical and automation issues involving sensors, relays, motors, drives, control panels, power distribution, and associated field devices.
• Perform soldering of wires, connectors, and electronic components for repair, prototype, and production support work.
• Support technical documentation development, including SOPs, schematics, and work instructions.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Associate’s degree in electrical technology, Mechatronics, Automation, Electronics, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years experience troubleshooting electrical, automation, or manufacturing equipment in an industrial, plant, laboratory, or technical environment.
• Strong circuit troubleshooting skills using multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers
• Ability to create, revise, or redline electrical diagrams and documentation.
• Experience with soldering electrical or electronic components.

Experiences/Education – Desired

• Familiarity with Altium software
• Experience supporting PLC- and HMI-based equipment through troubleshooting, system checks, and basic programming or logic review as needed.
• Experience with control panel wiring, assembly, and installation.
• Experience with motors, VFDs, relays, sensors, and PID control loops.
• Experience supporting automation upgrades, machine improvements, and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, or motion control systems.
• PCB design experience.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, or other continuous improvement tools.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel expected.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, equipment support, vendor visits, or other business needs.

Hours of Work

• Normal working hours are M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, on site at one of two Corning Locations in Fairport, NY or Rochester, NY.
• Support for off‑shift troubleshooting, equipment startup, installations, or urgent plant needs may be required on occasion.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $59,709.00-$82,100.00 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.

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 [e-mail] .