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Process Development Technician

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Date: May 31, 2025

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 68822

 

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. ​  

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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 Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

 

The Development Technician will play a key role in designing, developing, and advancing new extrusion processes and products related to optical cables. This position involves hands-on work in collaboration with development engineers to explore innovative solutions, execute experiments, and refine processes to ensure the successful implementation of manufacturing-ready designs that meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Support Product & Process Development: Collaborate on cross-functional project teams to design and implement new products, processes, and process equipment.
  • Execute Experiments and Analyze Data: Set up equipment, conduct tests, and compile reports to support development efforts & fundamental understanding.
  • Evaluate and Implement Manufacturing Solutions: Assist in assessing manufacturability and support early-stage implementation of new technologies.
  • Drive Process Improvement: Apply structured problem-solving techniques to enhance processes and resolve issues.
  • Document and Innovate: Draft procedures, maintain & improve safety/quality standards, and contribute ideas for potential patents.

 

Travel Requirements

 

  • Negligible (5% or less)

Required Education and Experience

  • Associate’s degree in a Technical Field with minimum 3 years manufacturing experience.

 

Required Skills: 

 

  • Demonstrated, applied mechanical aptitude.
  • Use of hand and electrical tools.
  • Individual must be capable of executing project assignments in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, with general computer experience with Microsoft Office tools.

 

Desired Skills: 

 

  • Experience in testing fiber optic cables.
  • Familiar with fiber optics, extrusion equipment, stranders and/or UV lines with process capability understanding.
  • Experience in computer aided design to create tooling, parts, products, or manufacturing processes.
  • Capable of performing complex data analysis using MS excel (SPC), or statistical software such as JMP or Minitab.
  • Experience in field installation environment.
  • Experienced in designing experiments and writing test plans.
  • PLC programming skills with experience with electrical controls and measurement systems.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  


The range for this position is ​$60,620.00 hourly rate - $75,775.00 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, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

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, 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: Hickory

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