Production Maintenance Associate I

Corning Incorporated; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

Company-paid pension

401(k) matching

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment, including CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and facility systems. The role requires ability to read electrical schematics and work under supervision in a team environment.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years in a production setting, a valid driver’s license, basic maintenance training, and strong communication skills to coordinate with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must have good time management skills and ability to coordinate multiple maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication with supervisor regarding status of equipment.
• Ability to read low complexity electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and repair manuals.

Responsibilities

• Work under close supervision in a team environment.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and repair manuals.
• Troubleshoot and repair low-complexity maintenance issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production machinery and related equipment.
• Use hand and power tools, electrical meters, and material handling equipment.
• Assist other maintenance technicians in breakdown repairs during production.
• Understand hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Support plant TPM goals and maintain 5S in work area.
• Maintain paperwork: work orders, lock out tag out forms, PMP records, requisitions.
• Ensure safety and quality by housekeeping and proper PPE usage.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical meters

Job description

Requisition Number: 78213. 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

Job Summary & Functions

Under close supervision, performs entry-level duties as assigned in the preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment to include but not limited to 5th axis CNC mills, CNC lathes, precision grinding equipment, all auxiliary equipment and facility related items found in a typical machine shop. Should be able to perform facility repairs and have understanding of basic electrical circuits and HVAC systems.

The Purpose Of This Position Is

To identify a hands-on individual with interest in maintenance, who would like to strengthen their knowledge and become a Maintenance Technician. Must possess good time management skills, allowing them to coordinate multiple maintenance tasks in the most efficient manner possible. They are also strong communicators that can interact with their immediate supervisor in regard to status of equipment.

This Position Includes Significant Duties Such As

• Ability to work under close supervision and in a team environment
• Read and understand low complexity electrical, schematics, wiring diagrams, machine repair manuals, and related written instructions.
• Troubleshoot and make the necessary repairs on all jobs of a low complexity nature.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks for production machinery and any auxiliary equipment
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment
• Assist other maintenance technicians in the breakdown repairs of production equipment during production
• General understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Support Plant wide initiatives on TPM goals
• General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, welding and other facilities related skills
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and support department 5S goals
• Complete all maintenance related paperwork such as work order completion, lock out tag out forms, PMP records, and material requisitions.
• Maintain safety and quality standards by using acceptable housekeeping practices on equipment and work area.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned by management

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Proper safety precautions, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), must be followed as dictated by the job and work environment. Additionally, on a typical day you could potentially perform any of the following:

• Lift up to 50 lbs. above the waist and carry heavy objects
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of the equipment
• Safely and effectively operate lift trucks and manual lifting equipment in the process of installing, modifying, or repairing industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a production environment
• Applicable maintenance training or previous experience a plus
• Basic computer skills required

Shift

Monday - Friday 15:00 - 23:30

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

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.

The range for this position is $23.00 hourly rate - $26.00 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.

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].