Sterilization Maintenance Associate

Requisition Number: 70232

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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, and automotive 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 

The Purpose of This position:

• Receives, inspects, and stores incoming raw materials.
• Enters transactions into the computer system.
• Moves materials to and from production, and ships product.

This position includes significant duties such as:
• Unloads incoming cargo trailers/containers while ensuring material is not damaged.
• Receives incoming materials and enters these items into the ERP system of record
to ensure correct accountability and control.
• Writes receivers and enters information into the ERP system as required.
• Coordinates supply of all raw materials requisitioned to and from production.
• Maintains records of raw materials transferred from and delivered to the production
departments for inventory control.
• Counts, verifies, receives, and delivers all UPS, Federal Express, and other special carriers.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by investigating daily incorrect inventory transactions and actively supports the inventory maintenance program.
• Performs incoming inspections on received raw materials.
• Performs cycle count of stored raw materials to ensure proper inventory control.
• Coordinates, prepares, and ships finished goods for both continental and transcontinental destinations.
• Coordinates weekly Lean Lane (direct) shipments as required.
• Maintains recycled material for outgoing shipment to off-site location.
• Processes UPS, DHL, FedEx, and next day air shipments to ensure prompt delivery
of priority material.
• Maintains organization and control of quarantine cage.
• Provide training to other Corning employees or contractors on various topics as
assigned and maintain all required training as well as any certifications.
• Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
• Cross-trains in both Shipping and Receiving; provides coverage as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
• Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy
sources.
• Works under changing weather conditions (hot/cold) year-round in warehouse
environment.
• Works at heights up to 32 feet above ground level.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifts
and/or moves material weighing up to 65 pounds.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including, but not limited to, lab
coats, hair/beard covers, gloves, ear protection, eye protection, safety shoes etc.
• Exposure to fumes and high frequency noise.

Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-12 months manufacturing experience required, preferably in shipping and
receiving functions.
• Computer and typing skills required ensuring proper input of information on
incoming, outgoing, and inspected materials into the computer database.
• CDL License, preferred.
• Experience operating a Yard Spotter, preferred.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $29.00 hourly rate - $33.50 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.