Process Technician III

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Date: Sep 14, 2024

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64422

 

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. 

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.

 

Position Purpose:

Performs a variety of technical duties and activities including experimental procedures, collection of data from manufacturing process, data analysis and graphical analysis. May be involved with measurement labs and/or customer data to help engineers resolve customer complaints or improve manufacturing yields. May lead and direct P&M trades and/or contract trades personnel in equipment installation, repairs or upgrades.

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelors in a technical field
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and technical writing ability
  • Reads blueprints and/or drawings
  • Other technician and/or operator roles that lead to a better understanding of the equipment and processes

 

Desired:

  • Project Management skills
  • Lean Fundamentals
  • Yellow Belt or Green Belt
  • PEx tools
  • Has had several leadership opportunities

 

Responsibilities:

  • Trains and coaches new engineering personnel on equipment and process(es)
  • Works with teams focused on product innovation, cost reduction projects, etc
  • Works with engineers to develop and implement testing and integration of equipment and provides inputs to project plans that identify resources and accurate timelines
  • Works on equipment projects to reduce costs, downtime and/or defects and increase yields
  • Proactively guides front-line production workforce and technical teams to comply with safety, health, equipment standard operating procedures, and environmental regulation

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is  $66,718.00   -  $91,738.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) 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.  
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
  • 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 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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