Sr. Technician, Injection Molding

Corning Inc.; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to set up and operate molding machines, ensuring optimal performance during experiments and production runs.

The role requires hands-on experience with injection molding, strong problem solving, and mechanical aptitude, with a focus on safety and documentation. 2–5 years preferred; associate degree in manufacturing-related field welcomed. Benefits and competitive pay provided.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating injection molding machines.
• Ability to observe and adjust processes and experiments as they progress.
• Strong problem solving and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up and configure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and molds according to experimental plans.
• Operate and monitor machines during experimental and production runs to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve process or equipment issues, including machine malfunctions and molding defects.
• Perform routine maintenance on molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of machine settings, experimental data, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Molding machine operation

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in manufacturing/plastics technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

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: 78858The 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

Role Purpose

• Set up and configure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and molds according to experimental plans.
• Operate and monitor machines during experimental and production runs to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve process or equipment issues, including machine malfunctions and molding defects.
• Perform routine maintenance on molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of machine settings, experimental data, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Experiences/Education - Required

• High school diploma
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in injection molding or a similar manufacturing role.
• Must have hands-on experience in operating injection molding machine.
• Ability to observe and adjust processes and experiments as they progress
• Problem solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Associate degree in manufacturing, plastics technology, or a related field preferred.
• Injection molding machine setup and troubleshooting experience
• Injection molding mold assembly experience
• Experience in injection molded optics
• Proficient in SolidWorks CAD drafting
• Technical report writing

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $71,387.00 - $98,158.00 assuming full time status. 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.

A job that shapes a life.

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].