Materials Handler - 12 Hr Nights
Apply now »Date: May 16, 2025
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27712
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 68743
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As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.
The purpose of this position is: Loads/unloads product pallets for sterilization in strict compliance with the established irradiator operational product shift plan. Places product dosimetry in accordance with current validated SOP. Arranges and maintains sterilization queue based on availability of finished goods to sterilization. Monitors recycling system streams, minimizes interference of recycling waste on production flow.
This position includes significant duties such as:
- Transfers all non-sterile product to product pallet loader by forklift to be irradiated per applicable loading diagram.
- Inspects, places, and documents product dosimeters throughout lot.
- Safely conducts operation of irradiator, internal and external conveyors, equipment, and irradiator support auxiliary system equipment.
- Follows procedure for counting and recording the number of cases loaded and unloaded.
- Diagnoses and corrects equipment malfunction and completes the timely repair to ensure minimum downtime.
- Assists the Irradiator Operator in conducting routine safety and operational checks on the sterilizer and facility.
- Maintains cleanliness of Irradiator Operations area.
- Responsible for product/lot segregation in Pre and Post Sterile staging areas.
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and totes.
- Works under direction of Shift Irradiator Operator.
- Performs special projects in the Irradiator Operations Department or other departments as required.
- Maintains compliance with established government and company safety regulations, environmental and emergency procedures and Quality System Requirements.
- Observes all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements.
Working Conditions:
- Frequently lifts and/or moves materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves materials up to 65 pounds.
- Exposure to fumes and high frequency noise in manufacturing areas when working in production and warehouse areas.
- Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including, but not limited to, gloves, eye protection, safety shoes, etc.
Education/Experience:
- HS Diploma or GED required
- 6 – 12 months experience within a manufacturing/ warehouse environment.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $19.25 hourly rate - $22.50 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. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
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: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh