Fiber Optic Process Technician – 12‑Hour Shift

Corning; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Process Technician to join our fiber optic cable manufacturing on a 12-hour rotating day shift. You will apply engineering principles to support process improvement, troubleshoot equipment, and transfer technology across the floor.

You will work cross-functionally with engineers, operators, and team leaders to drive quality, safety, and production capability, while developing SOPs, maintenance records, and training materials.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 2-year technical degree in a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Creative/innovative problem solving
• The ability to learn new technology and processes quickly

Responsibilities

• Generate weekly engineering reports and support daily dispositioning of production rejects
• Provide problem-solving support to production operations; collaborate with engineers, operators, and team leaders to develop and implement process, equipment, and safety improvements
• Support equipment lifecycle activities — including developing specifications for new equipment, assisting with installation, commissioning, qualification, and mechanical troubleshooting; assist in generating spare parts lists and stocking recommendations
• Develop and maintain production and maintenance documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules, calibration records, and troubleshooting guides
• Support master trainers with the training of production personnel on new products, processes, and equipment
• Support the transfer of new cabling technology, materials, and processes from development to production; assist with training production personnel on new products, processes, and equipment

Skills

Problem solving

Learning ability

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Education

Associate’s degree or 2-year technical degree in a related field

Experience with fiber optic cabling processes and equipment

Tools

CAD

3D modeling

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Corning is seeking a Process Technician to join our fiber optic cable manufacturing on a 12-hour rotating day shift. You will apply engineering principles to support process improvement, troubleshoot equipment, and transfer technology across the floor.

You will work cross-functionally with engineers, operators, and team leaders to drive quality, safety, and production capability, while developing SOPs, maintenance records, and training materials.