Manufacturing Tech II

Corning Incorporated; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Concord, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to serve as a key technical resource on a 12-hour Dupont rotating swing shift (14 days/month with a 7-day break). The role offers a night shift differential of $2.00/hour and a Sunday premium at 1.5x pay.

You will troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment, collaborate with production and maintenance teams, and help identify root causes while supporting preventive maintenance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in Mechatronics or related field required.
• High school diploma / GED with 4+ years of technical manufacturing experience, including verifiable electrical systems capability.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment, electrical controls, and pneumatic controls.
• Proficiency using test equipment for troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and machine specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-shift technical support for manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues with urgency and precision to support production goals.
• Support resolution of throughput, performance, and safety-related issues impacting output.
• Identify chronic equipment and process problems and recommend robust long-term corrective actions.
• Monitor area performance, proactively identify issues, and drive them through to closure.
• Manage multiple technical issues simultaneously while applying established technical standards and troubleshooting methods.
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise to maintenance personnel for repair, installation, testing, maintenance, and debugging of equipment.
• Complete detailed and accurate documentation for troubleshooting activities, repairs, and projects.
• Maintain systems and actions necessary to support department certification requirements, quality system audit programs, and ISO14000 compliance.
• Promote and reinforce a safe work environment, including adherence to housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical controls

Mechanical equipment

Pneumatic controls

Sensors & actuators

Reading schematics

Process improvements

Safety adherence

Education

Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Test equipment

Electrical test equipment

Job description

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: 74771

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.

Job Opportunity: Manufacturing Technician

Location: Concord, NC Schedule: 12-hour Dupont rotating swing shift (14 days/month with a 7-day break) Compensation:

• $2.00/hour night shift differential
• Sunday premium at 1.5x pay

Role Purpose

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will serve as a key technical resource during your shift, providing second- and third-level troubleshooting support for manufacturing processes and equipment. You will work closely with production, maintenance, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues that affect throughput, quality, safety, and equipment performance.

In addition to responding to immediate technical problems, you will help identify root causes, support preventive maintenance efforts, and recommend durable solutions to address recurring issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-shift technical support for manufacturing operations
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues with urgency and precision to support production goals
• Support resolution of throughput, performance, and safety-related issues impacting output
• Identify chronic equipment and process problems and recommend robust long-term corrective actions
• Monitor area performance, proactively identify issues, and drive them through to closure
• Manage multiple technical issues simultaneously while applying established technical standards and troubleshooting methods
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep initiatives
• Provide technical expertise to maintenance personnel for repair, installation, testing, maintenance, and debugging of equipment
• Complete detailed and accurate documentation for troubleshooting activities, repairs, and projects
• Maintain systems and actions necessary to support department certification requirements, quality system audit programs, and ISO14000 compliance
• Promote and reinforce a safe work environment, including adherence to housekeeping and safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in Mechatronics or a related field OR
• High school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of technical manufacturing experience, including verifiable electrical systems capability
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing:
• Mechanical equipment
• Electrical controls
• Pneumatic controls
• Proficiency using test equipment for troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Familiarity with sensors, switches, motors, and actuators
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and machine specifications
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements

Desired Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of PLC control systems
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment
• Self-starter with strong initiative and a results-driven approach
• Ability to work cross-functionally to assess manufacturing system functionality and support equipment/process improvement

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates in this role are:

• Strong hands-on troubleshooters who can respond effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Focused on safety, quality, and production performance
• Capable of balancing immediate issue resolution with long-term reliability improvements
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