Kiln Process Technician — Second Shift

Corning, Inc.; Painted Post (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid pension

401(k) matching up to 4%

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning, Inc. is seeking a kiln operations specialist to support CET Erwin Firing Center through shift coverage, maintenance, and process improvements aimed at quality and variability reduction.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis, and collaboration with technicians and engineers. The position requires an associate degree in a technical field or 5+ years of relevant experience, with knowledge of gas and electric kilns and combustion systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of gas and electric kilns and combustion systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; PI.
• Ability to manage priorities, support experiments, analyze data, and communicate results.
• Ability to work independently and use structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform kiln loading, unloading, startup, and routine monitoring.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and complete preventive maintenance.
• Support planned shutdown work and coordinate with trades and contractors as needed.
• Provide backup support for scheduling, recipe review, experimental work, and thermocouple replacement.
• Maintain documentation, support training activities, and follow safe, organized work practices.

Skills

Kiln operation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Excel

Word

Data analysis

Structured problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in a technical field or 5+ years of related experience

Tools

Maximo

PI

Job description

Corning, Inc. is seeking a kiln operations specialist to support CET Erwin Firing Center through shift coverage, maintenance, and process improvements aimed at quality and variability reduction.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis, and collaboration with technicians and engineers. The position requires an associate degree in a technical field or 5+ years of relevant experience, with knowledge of gas and electric kilns and combustion systems.