Facilities Controls Technician

Corning Incorporated; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and long‑term incentives

Pension plan (100% company-paid)

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Wilmington, NC is seeking a skilled PA controls specialist to lead the design, installation, and documentation of Pollution Abatement systems. You will work with project, engineering, and operations teams to modify and expand PA controls, ensuring safe and compliant operation.

The role requires an associate degree or an equivalent 8+ years in manufacturing, with strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or a high school diploma with 8+ years in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Reads blueprints and technical drawings, good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and PC proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Be a subject matter expert on plant PA distributed control system (DCS).
• Be a subject matter expert for the PA Process and its equipment (Scrubbers, Baghouses, Gas control process).
• Design, install, and document PA controls systems and processes.
• Collaborate with project, engineering, and operations teams on system modifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical curiosity

Problem solving

Good written and communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

High School Diploma with 8+ years in a hands-on manufacturing environment

Tools

ABB DCS Controls Systems

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.

Requisition Number: 77294

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.

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Be a subject matter expert on plant PA (Pollution Abatement) distributed control system (DCS).
• Be a subject matter expert for the PA Process and its equipment (Scrubbers, Baghouses, Gas control process, etc.
• Responsible for design, installation, and documentation for all PA controls systems and processes.
• Works with project, engineering, and operations teams on modification/expansion of these systems.
• Serves as technical expert in a specialty area and train off-hour support personnel for first level response.
• Leads mechanical and electrical trades resources on repairs, renovations, and maintenance of PA systems.
• Plan, schedule, and direct trades resources using computerized work order system.
• Support and maintain required regulatory and Corning safety and environmental requirements.
• Coordinates activities to design-in safety (FMEA, HAZOP, JSA, LOTO, etc.).
• Create and update documents such as machine specs, drawings, Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provide periodic off-hours on-call support.
• Coordinate outside vendors to maintain system integrity.
• Hurricane lock-in/start-up team support - expected to be a participant in Hurricane contingency.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 5% or less.

Hours Of Work/work Schedule/flextime

• 40 hours/week.

Required Education

• Associate degree in a technical discipline OR a High School Diploma with 8+ years in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Required Skills

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Other technician and/or operator roles that lead to a better understanding of the equipment and processes.
• Reads blueprints and/or technical drawings.
• Demonstrates strong technical curiosity.
• Has strong approach to problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Strong safety awareness.
• PC proficient - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Good written and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and knowledge.

Desired Skills

• Experience in instrumentation, electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience with ABB DCS Controls Systems.
• Project Management skills.
• People Management experience.
• Self-directed/Detail oriented.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship

The range for this position is $70,954.00 - $97,562.00 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 at [e-mail].