Materials Handler

Corning Incorporated; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

Pension benefit

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Durham, NC seeks a manufacturing associate to support irradiation operations. The role involves forklift transfers, dosimeter checks, and operating irradiator equipment, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and process discipline.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED and 6–12 months of manufacturing/warehouse experience. Starting pay ranges from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour and does not include immigration sponsorship.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months experience in manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Transfers product to pallet loader by forklift to be irradiated per loading diagram.
• Inspects, places, and documents product dosimeters throughout the lot.
• Operates irradiator, conveyors, and related equipment safely and reliably.
• Maintains cleanliness of the Irradiator Operations area.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and totes and assists with safety checks.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

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.

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

This Position Includes Significant Duties Such As

• Transfers all non-sterile product to product pallet loader by forklift to be irradiated per applicable loading diagram.
• Inspects, places, and documents product dosimeters throughout lot.
• Safely conducts operation of irradiator, internal and external conveyors, equipment, and irradiator support auxiliary system equipment.
• Follows procedure for counting and recording the number of cases loaded and unloaded.
• Diagnoses and corrects equipment malfunction and completes the timely repair to ensure minimum downtime.
• Assists the Irradiator Operator in conducting routine safety and operational checks on the sterilizer and facility.
• Maintains cleanliness of Irradiator Operations area.
• Responsible for product/lot segregation in Pre and Post Sterile staging areas.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and totes.
• Works under direction of Shift Irradiator Operator.
• Performs special projects in the Irradiator Operations Department or other departments as required.
• Maintains compliance with established government and company safety regulations, environmental and emergency procedures and Quality System Requirements.
• Observes all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements.

Working Conditions

• Somewhat disagreeable working conditions.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves materials up to 65 pounds.
• Exposure to fumes and high frequency noise in manufacturing areas when working in production and warehouse areas.
• Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including, but not limited to, gloves, eye protection, safety shoes, etc.

Education

HS Diploma or GED required

Experience

6 – 12 months experience within a manufacturing/ warehouse environment

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $22.00 hourly rate - $25.00 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.

Corning offers you the total package.

• 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].