Quality Control Tech II

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Date: Aug 11, 2025

Location: Concord, NC, US, 28026

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 70079

 

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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.  



Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

🧪 Quality Control Technician – Manufacturing Support

📍 Location: Concord, [Insert State] 🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8AM–5PM (Weekend & OT as needed) 🚫 Note: This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

🎯 Role Purpose

Join a dynamic team where your technical skills will drive process excellence. You’ll execute key quality functions, support production needs, and lead improvement projects that optimize performance and ensure compliance with quality standards.

 

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Assist Quality Engineers with implementing and sustaining ISO 9001 & TL 9000-compliant systems

  • Investigate process-related issues and support corrective action plans for internal and customer-reported problems

  • Facilitate training to ensure compliance with quality procedures and product standards

  • Coordinate customer return investigations including lab work and pre-report documentation

  • Support production troubleshooting, fiber and coating inspections, and resolution of quality concerns

  • Conduct Strength Quality Architecture audits across all fiber types and product codes

  • Lead the Plant Break Source Analysis (BSA) Program: Train staff, certify personnel, perform BSA investigations, and maintain equipment

  • Manage documentation systems within ETQ and Experiment Planning platforms

  • Participate in internal/external audits and cross-functional engineering projects

 

🎓 Qualifications

 

Required:

 

  • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree (2-year minimum)

  • 2+ years in a related manufacturing role

 

Preferred:

 

  • Familiarity with fiber processes and equipment

  • Experience with measurement tools and microscopes (stereo and compound)

  • Certified or experienced in Break Source Analysis

  • ISO 9001, TL 9000 exposure preferred

  • Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification a plus

 

🧠 Skills We Value

  • Meticulous attention to detail

  • Strong multitasking and independent problem-solving ability

  • Effective written and verbal communication

  • Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Excel-based data analysis and sound decision-making

 

Ready to join a team where your expertise helps shape manufacturing excellence? Apply today and make your mark.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $57,412.00 - $78,942.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

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, and career from day one

  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • 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.     
  • 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

 

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.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Nearest Secondary Market: Concord

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