Manufacturing Shift Technician

Corning Incorporated; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Shift Technician who will be a vital point of contact for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues. This role requires strong technical skills in maintaining equipment and problem-solving abilities. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to innovative projects within a leading materials science company.

Benefits

Company-paid pension benefit

Health and well-being benefits

401(k) savings plan with matching contributions

Peer-to-peer recognition program

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair machinery components.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and identify issues.
• Coordinate teamwork to address equipment troubleshooting.
• Champion safety culture and complete required quality checks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree (electrical, mechanical, or controls technology preferred)

High school diploma with 2+ years of manufacturing experience

Tools

Multi-meter

Hand tools

Job description

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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: 68938

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.

Role Purpose

Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting electrical, controls, mechanical, and equipment issues. Drive resolution using sound technical principles, logical problem solving methods, and effective communication and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively use dashboards, equipment indications, Pi, PowerBi, Reports, and other process data to monitor equipment performance and identify issues
• Prioritize issues against plant and department priorities
• Identify, describe, and document issue and troubleshooting actions in dashboard annotations, passdown, or other logs
• Coordinate teamwork among operators, technicians, engineers, and trades personnel to address equipment troubleshooting, repair, and startup on shift
• Champion safety culture with daily emphasis on upholding safety regulations and housekeeping duties
• Complete required quality checks and certifications
• Participate on a trained spill team and respond to spill alarms
• Work overtime on a rotating basis to support staffing requirements and fill in for Shift Supervisor as needed
• Identify opportunities for improvement, optimization, and loss elimination
  
  

Experiences/Education - Required

• Associate degree (electrical, mechanical, or controls technology preferred) OR high school diploma with 2+years of manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair various machinery components (electrical, pneumatic, controls, and mechanical devices)
• Able to communicate effectively with clear and conscise written and verbal communication skills
  
  

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Demonstrated people leadership including conflict managment and controlled response under pressure while exercising good judgement
• Able to use multi-meter, allen wrenches, screwdrivers, and other hand tools and diagnostic equipment
• Successful 1-3 year track record of performance in previous technical role
• Able to train effectively by simplifying complex concepts into key points and tailored to other's learning styles
• Experience with navigating PLC ladder logic, structured text, and associated faults on motors and drives
• Able to read and intrepret electrical schematics
• Experience with Lockout Tagout
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $57,899.00 - $79,612.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.
  
  

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing

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