Trades Leader

Requisition Number: 66242

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

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 

Purpose of the Position:  The Trades leader will oversee day-to-day maintenance technician and skilled trades operations, ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety plant production equipment. This hands-on leader will utilize their skilled trades expertise and tools (electrician, pipefitter, millwright, or maintenance technician) to support maintenance teams, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance activities in a planned and scheduled environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily maintenance operations of production equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Lead maintenance technicians and skilled trades in performing preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinate daily maintenance tasks for operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex equipment failures.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work and train team members.
• Improve and oversee preventative maintenance programs.
• Document work performed in maintenance management systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, facilities team, contractors, and vendors for repairs and maintenance.
• Train and mentor team members.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman certification in a skilled trade preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a skilled trade role or technical maintenance role.
• Previous experience supervising trades or acting as a lead technician is a plus.
• Proficiency in at least one skilled trade.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with industrial systems.
• Effective communication and team coordination skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance in all maintenance work.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $38.00  to $46.00 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. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401Kk) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.   
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.  
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination based on 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.