Materials Development Technician — Optical Fiber Cable Testing

Corning Inc.; Hickory, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

EAP

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Materials Development Technician for our cable testing laboratory. You will execute tests per industry standards and ensure product quality with precise procedures in a collaborative lab.

Join a precision-driven team, maintain equipment, and train new technicians while contributing to reliability and performance of optical fiber cable products.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a technical field, or 2+ years of related experience.
• Ability to follow written test procedures and document results accurately in lab reporting systems.
• Experience in an optical fiber cable testing or telecommunications laboratory environment.
• Proficiency with computers and laboratory software relevant to test equipment operation.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as GR-20 or GR-409.
• Prior experience operating and calibrating precision laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute cable testing in accordance with industry standards (GR-20, GR-409) and customer-specific test requirements.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment; maintain awareness of equipment accuracy and test limits.
• Manage work requests through a lab tracking system — communicate timelines and results clearly to customers and the Lab Supervisor/Manager.
• Handle materials in compliance with environmental, hazardous materials, and hazardous waste protocols.
• Train new technicians on the proper use and maintenance of assigned lab equipment.

Skills

Technical lab skills

Attention to detail

Good written procedures

Lab software familiarity

Education

AAS degree in technical field

2+ years related experience

Tools

GR-20

GR-409

Job description

Corning Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Materials Development Technician for our cable testing laboratory. You will execute tests per industry standards and ensure product quality with precise procedures in a collaborative lab.

Join a precision-driven team, maintain equipment, and train new technicians while contributing to reliability and performance of optical fiber cable products.