Process Technician III — Lean Manufacturing & Data Insights

Corning Inc.; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Pension plan

Comprehensive benefits

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a technically skilled manufacturing technician to support processes, collect and analyze data, troubleshoot equipment, and lead improvement projects. The role emphasizes reading blueprints, problem solving, and collaboration with engineers to reduce costs and downtime.

Qualifications include a 2-year technical degree or equivalent, 2–5 years in manufacturing, Lean/Six Sigma certification, and strong communication. Work hours are 8–5, with potential off-shift support.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings.
• Computer literacy and technical curiosity.
• Strong process and product knowledge.
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A.S. or B.S. in a technical field.
• Lean Fundamentals or Six Sigma certification.
• Strong organization and time management.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues.
• Support process improvement, cost reduction, and yield improvement projects.
• Collect and analyze manufacturing and customer data.
• Support equipment testing, installation, repairs, and upgrades.
• Partner with engineers on new processes, equipment, and projects.
• Promote safety and compliance with equipment and environmental standards.
• Provide project timelines, resources, and technical documentation.
• Lead or direct trades and contract personnel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Lean / Six Sigma

Computer literacy

Time management

Independent thinking

Education

AS or BS in a technical field

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Lean Fundamentals or Six Sigma certification

Tools

None

Job description

Corning Inc. is seeking a technically skilled manufacturing technician to support processes, collect and analyze data, troubleshoot equipment, and lead improvement projects. The role emphasizes reading blueprints, problem solving, and collaboration with engineers to reduce costs and downtime.

Qualifications include a 2-year technical degree or equivalent, 2–5 years in manufacturing, Lean/Six Sigma certification, and strong communication. Work hours are 8–5, with potential off-shift support.