Packaging Technician: Glass & Ceramics Innovation

Corning Incorporated; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Company-paid pension

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Vineland, NJ, is seeking a packaging operator to maintain cleanliness of the production floor, unload products, label and package per specs, and operate packaging equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and GMPs, with opportunities to contribute to lean practices and 5S, while supporting diverse shifts and a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to manually unload products and follow labeling specs.
• Capability to run automated packaging equipment when assigned.
• Ability to perform quality checks and inspect products for defects.
• Good data interpretation of charts and take appropriate action.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and GMP.
• Willingness to perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Manually unloads products from the machinery.
• Follows specifications for labeling and packaging.
• Able to run automated equipment when assigned and perform proper operation of packaging equipment
• Performs quality checks and inspect products for defects.
• Interprets data using charts and takes appropriate action
• Works to support good manufacturing practices based on safety, quality and production
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Observes all safety rules and OSHA regulations and performs job in a safe manner.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping and 5S

Skills

Manual material handling

Labeling & packaging

Equipment operation

Quality inspection

Data interpretation

Safety compliance

5S housekeeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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: 77302

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 applies its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives. Corning Valor™ Glass is an example of a life-changing innovation purpose-built to store and protect injectable medicines. Corning is also a global leader in pharmaceutical tubing, manufacturing a variety of clear and amber glass tubing that is converted by our customers into vials, cartridges, ampules and syringes.

Scope of Position: In this role, you will work under the direction of a Team Leader performing packaging, maintaining cleanliness of production floor, along with other manufacturing responsibilities.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Manually unloads products from the machinery
• Follows specifications for labeling and packaging
• Able to run automated equipment when assigned and perform proper operation of packaging equipment
• Performs quality checks and inspect products for defects.
• Interprets data using charts and takes appropriate action
• Works to support good manufacturing practices based on safety, quality and production
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Observes all safety rules and OSHA regulations and performs job in a safe manner.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping and 5S
  
  

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands

• Standing 7 or more hours/day
• Walking 7 or more hours/day
• Lifting 10 – 50 lbs/day. With good body mechanics
• Twisting: Moderate twisting
• Bending: Frequent bending
• Reaching: Moderate reaching
• Squat/Kneel: 1 – 3 hours/day – Need not be continuous
• Manual Dexterity: Good manual dexterity and coordination
• Vision: Requires near and far 20/20 vision and accurate visual depth perception with correction must be maintained.
• Hearing: Requires hearing whispered voice at 8 feet (FAA Class II)
• Temperature: Work environment range from 35 F to 115 F depending
  
  

on seasons.

• Slippery Surface: Work on surfaces that are slippery (glass on floor)
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The starting pay for this position is $24.48 hourly rate. Compensation and benefits available for this position are dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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 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] .