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Fiber Development Operation Technician

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Date: May 20, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74941

 

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

Role Purpose

Performs a variety of technical duties and activities as a part of the Applied Research and Development (AR&D) Glass Making team.  Expected to grow through experience into role as laydown (OVD) expert for manufacture of Fiber products at Sullivan Park facility.  The employee will initially be training alongside a current laydown technician.  Through this training the employee will eventually become proficient in laydown equipment operation, maintenance, and process/profile development, running production ware with rigorous controls while maintaining the flexibility to meet the varied needs of development and research projects. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate full functionality of laydown equipment to make optical fiber preforms. 
  • Control all aspects of blank making process including flame-working, setup, operation, run completion and cleanup. 
  • Expected to perform normal maintenance and initial troubleshooting of equipment. 
  • Perform modifications to set-up of lathe as required by process. 
  • Will be trained in laydown recipe creation and tuning from measured results.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Associates Degree in a technical field preferred or equivalent experience with strong math/science aptitude.
  • 2+ years experience in technician, process or manufacturing roles.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and gain a deeper understanding of processes.
  • Attention to fine detail and ability to follow complex, multi-step instructions.
  • Ability to develop a strong fundamental understating of glass making process.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to function in a "hands-on" role.
  • Strong technical communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Computer literacy and the ability to use tools within MicroSoft Excel, Word and databases.
  • Technical problem solving experience, critical thinking, and data-based decision making skills.
  • Follows previously defined procedures. Proposes and implements basic solutions to routine problems.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Chemistry basics, safe handling of chemicals.
  • Documentation and/or technical report writing experience
  • Electronics Control systems understanding a plus.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing/production operations and scheduling requirements.
  • Familiarity with vapor deposition equipment or previous experience with glass making processes.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $58,411.00 - $80,316.00 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.  

 

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 accommodations@corning.com.


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