Maintenance Technician - Nights

Corning Inc.; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid pension

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance position to ensure equipment runs efficiently through preventive maintenance, calibration, and prompt breakdown repair.

You will troubleshoot equipment, perform root-cause analysis, and complete CMMS work orders using AS 400 and Maximo, while coordinating with production and engineering teams. A safety-first mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an apprenticeship-equivalent program or similar track.
• Two-year technical college degree required or preferred.
• Prev. maintenance experience in manufacturing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform root cause analysis.
• Complete maintenance work orders and CMMS entries (AS 400 and Maximo).
• Communicate changes or issues to coordinators, supervisors, and operators.
• Support production and engineering with maintenance needs.
• Define maintenance requirements for new or upgraded machinery.
• Collaborate with engineering on projects as needed.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for PMs and repairs.
• Procure parts for projects or machine repair as required.
• Operate in a safety-focused team environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Team coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Apprenticeship program equivalent

2-year technical college degree

Tools

AS/400

Maximo

Volt meters

Ohm meters

Flow meters

Thermometers

Lathe

Milling machines

Drill press

Job description

Requisition Number: 76162

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.

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.

The Purpose Of This Position Is

Ensure that equipment operates efficiently through the effective use of preventative maintenance, calibration, and prompt breakdown maintenance.

This Position Includes Significant Duties Such As

• Troubleshoot equipment failure and perform root cause analysis. Perform preventative maintenance and repair work that requires equipment downtime per designated schedule.
• Properly complete maintenance work orders, CMMS (AS 400 and Maximo), predictive maintenance checklist and any other required documentation during normal performance of analysis and collection of data.
• Keep coordinators, supervisors, and operators informed of any changes or issues while performing routine maintenance.
• Support production and engineering departments with all necessary maintenance repair needs.
• Perform maintenance requirement specifications for the design of new machinery and/or upgrades/ improvements to existing equipment.
• Work with engineering as assigned on project s as necessary.
• Work with outside contractors for PM’s and repairs.
• Procure needed parts for projects or machine repair as required.
• Work in a team environment that fosters safety awareness and mutual respect.

This description is intended to provide general duties and responsibilities and not meant to be an exhaustive inventory of the role. You may be assigned and expected to perform duties not otherwise contained in this description. Attention to consistent material handling procedures with an awareness of safe material transport according to environmental and hazardous materials protocols.

Working Conditions

Good working conditions. Heavy lifting in rare instances typically assisted. Majority of time light lifting is involved. Some exposure to elements of dirt, dust, fumes, and noise, but none disagreeable.

Education

• Equivalent to an accredited apprenticeship program in trade, craft , or occupation.
• 2 year technical college degree.

Experience

Thorough understanding of machine function and equipment processes. Must be proficient in the use of Volt meters, Ohm meters, flow meters, thermometers, lathes, milling machines, drill press, band and cutoff saws, pipe bending and threading equipment, metal grinders, metal shear and brake, welding equipment, micrometers, dial and digital calipers, and small hand and power tools.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship

The range for this position is $31.50 hourly rate - $35.75 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 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].