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Shift Technician

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Date: Oct 12, 2026

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 78874

 

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.  

 

Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers. 

Role Purpose

The primary focus of the shift technician is to support the raw materials manufacturing processes, activities and drive process control and improve operational excellence in the areas that support the overall process. This position will assist the team leaders and operators in this area. This position will provide the shift with a critical link to cross functional operations, the  technical, maintenance, and quality teams. In this role, you will provide manufacturing support for the manufacturing process while managing cost reduction, controls improvement, and capacity projects. The shift technician is expected to ensure safe work while driving production while providing technical support to the team. Additionally, the shift technician is expected to lead a shift in the absence of the team leader.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in safety incidents and employee feedback. 
  • Compile shift/production reports. 
  • Improve OEE and Performance. 
  • Downtime reconciliation and reduction. 
  • Safety and Housekeeping objectives, 5S compliance.  
  • Job Change Effectiveness  
  • Process Control/Process Discipline Strategy – Develop standard work instructions, standard set points, and standard operating procedures across the plant  
  • Compliance to Quality specification and limit samples  
  • Compliance with work rules. 
  • Provide information for Pre-Run and Post Run Reviews with Line Leaders, RMP Section Supervisor, and engineers. 
  • Employee Training and Certification  
  • Participate with and support all engineering activities directly affecting manufacturing improvements.  
  • Production support for any throughput or safety items that may be hindering output.  
  • Resolution to ongoing chronic issues that require process monitoring and data analysis to implement robust controls solutions.  
  • Manage multiple projects utilizing sound engineering principles to drive completion.  
  • Works closely with development groups to support new product development.  
  • Provide detailed documentation at the completion of projects. 

Work Hours

  • Shift Technicians will follow a 2-3-2 rotating scheduled assisting to their shift.
  • Participate in on-call activities as needed to service 24/7 manufacturing operations.

Education & Experience

  • 2-year Technical Degree (preferred)
  • 2+ years of work experience.

Required Skills

  • Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience working with and troubleshooting process equipment.  
  • Experienced electrical system troubleshooting including low and medium voltage systems, PLCs, temperature controls, safety systems, etc.  
  • Experience with mechanical system troubleshooting including pneumatic controls, flow control, material handling, etc. 

Desired Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of PLC Control systems: Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Siemens or similar systems. 
  • Computer and data collection skills. Uses data and systematic approaches to solve problems and make decisions.  

Soft Skills

  • Experience leading teams of 20 or more. 
  • Works well in a team environment, is a “self-starter” and “results oriented”.
  • Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of the team.  
  • Complies with all policies and procedures of the plant.  
  • Works well with other disciplines (IT, mechanical, and process engineering) to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements.
  • Ability to effectively coordinate, organize work, and resources to achieve results. 
  • Has a good attitude and interpersonal skills. 

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $58,934.00 - $81,034.00 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.


Nearest Major Market: Saginaw

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