Lab Technician - 1st Shift

Corning, Inc.; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control technician to perform functional QC testing on Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products. You will maintain cell culture stocks and equipment, and document procedures and results in quality records.

The role requires 1–3 years of hands-on cell culture experience, aseptic technique, and the ability to follow written procedures with minimal supervision. Works under QC Supervisor and QA Department in an ISO 13485 environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree is required; a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of hands-on cell culture experience required.
• Aseptic technique and routine maintenance of cell lines.
• Ability to follow written procedures with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional QC testing on Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products.
• Maintain cell culture stocks, equipment and reagents.
• Record procedures, data, and results in lab notebooks and quality records with accuracy.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Record keeping

Written procedures

Data skills

Clear communication

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Requisition Number: 79818

**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.

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Position Summary

Performs functional quality control testing of Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products to confirm they meet specifications before release. Maintains the cell lines used for testing, troubleshoots production issues, and follows written cell culture assay protocol. Works under the QC Supervisor and with the QA Department. All work follows the company Quality Management System, which is certified to ISO 13485.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform functional QC testing on existing and new Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products.

• Maintain cell culture stocks, equipment and reagents.

• Record procedures, data, and results in designated lab notebooks and quality records. Entries must be accurate, legible, timely, and follow good documentation practices.

Required Skills

• Aseptic technique and routine maintenance of cell lines.

• Careful, accurate record keeping and attention to detail.

• Ability to follow written procedures and work with minimal supervision.

• Basic math and data skills, including calculations and dilutions.

• Clear written and verbal communication with QA, production, and supervisors.

Qualifications

Education: Associates degree is required. A bachelor’s degree in biology, or a related scientific field is preferred.

Experience: 1–3 years of hands‑on cell culture experience required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Works in a laboratory and manufacturing environment. Must follow safety procedures and wear required PPE (lab coat, gloves, eye protection). Works with cell cultures, biological materials, and chemical reagents. Must follow the company's biosafety and chemical hygiene practices.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $27.75 hourly rate - $31.48 hourly rate. 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] .