Machinist II

Requisition Number: 74558

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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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.  

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

THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION IS:

Machining and fabricating tooling, parts, assemblies, guarding, and jigs/fixtures for production equipment for sustainable solutions. Job tasks include making new, modifying, and repairing manufacturing components. Components made support all internal groups: Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Facilities. Takes an active role in component failure investigation, problem solving, and creating sustainable solutions. Activities will drive toward the plant goals of safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

This position includes significant duties such as:

• Sets up and operates machine tools such as manual machining equipment (lathes, mills), manual surface grinder, heat treat oven, welder, sheet metal shear and brake to machine or fabricate parts, using hand tools as needed to fit and assemble parts.
• Machines, alters, and repairs components to needed specifications from blueprints, old/worn/broken parts, models, hand sketches, or verbal description. Occasionally advises design improvements, either geometric or material, to achieve the desired benefit.
• Determines machining sequence of operation to complete the job task in a timely manner and meet tolerance requirements with the available equipment and tools. Job tasks are to be completed with minimal supervision.
• Computes dimension measurements using hand calculations, calculator, or programs such as CAD (DraftSight, SolidWorks), using plan layouts to determine assembly methods and sequence of operations. Must be able to compute simple math and geometry/trigonometry formulas.
• Able to machine and fabricate using FDA-compliant materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and acetal.
• Utilizes material on hand or requests material to be ordered for the project; lays out the component with standard practices including measuring, marking, and scribing materials for machining.
• Verifies dimensions, clearances, and alignment using measuring devices such as dial indicators, gauge blocks, thickness gages, and micrometers to ensure desired precision fit for equipment, assemblies, or components.
• Works with setup and manufacturing engineers or technicians to troubleshoot component root cause failure, outline a sustainable repair/replacement path, and make critical repairs to release the equipment back to an operating state.
• Performs predictive/preventive maintenance and assists with updating the predictive and preventative maintenance program.
• Assists project completion with component modifications or custom guarding for new equipment installations to meet equipment validation requirements and timeline.
• Documents, by methods of hand sketches (using standard views) or redlining the prints, the “as-built” state of the component and provides Engineering if modifications were required.
• Documents, organizes, and labels new tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Documents daily work logs and tracks time using Maximo software.
• Maintains shop cleanliness in daily and weekly cleanups.
• Requests material or tooling when needed to maintain stock inventory of the machine shop.
• Supports team collaboration and cross training of peers on systems responsible to maintain, ensuring redundancy (operation/minor troubleshooting) in the Machine Shop Group.
• Performs work in compliance with all national and local codes.
• Supports an on-call weekend rotation and is required to respond to occasional off-hours support calls during the week. Call-ins support production needs for hard-down equipment with machining/fabricating sustainable replacement parts for the equipment to operate.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources. Works mostly in a machine shop; occasional tasks will be in the production environment. Well-lit, clean working area which follows all safety precautions and regulations. Lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds frequently and 65 pounds occasionally. Must be able to stand 8 hours per shift. Exposed to fumes and high-frequency noise in manufacturing areas. Safety glasses, hearing protection, safety-toed shoes, and short sleeves are required in the Machine Shop. Depending on designated area, other PPE or requirements include gown, hair covering, gloves, safety vest, and hard hat. Adheres to plant safety requirements, OSHA, and QSR/GMP/ISO guidelines as applicable.

Education:

Associate’s Degree in Tool Trade or Machinist Curriculum, or High School Diploma/GED plus experience acquired through a formal Journeyman apprenticeship in tool making or equivalent.

Experience:

7–10+ years of experience in machine shop, tool and die making, or industrial maintenance required.

The range for this position is ​$37.00 hourly rate - $40.00 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. 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

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.