Inspection - Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday, 4:00AM to 5:00PM

Requisition Number: 64479

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. 

The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday, 4:00AM to 5:00PM

The purpose of this position:

• Provide inspection and material handling support for quality, manufacturing, and engineering. Duties and Responsibilities (Quality):
• Conduct inspections and measurements of manufactured parts
• Interpret engineering drawings, geometric tolerances, and measurement specifications to determine inspection requirements.
• Program CMMs and set up measurement routines based on workpiece specifications.
• Collect measurement data and perform accurate dimensional analysis using CMM software and other measurement tools.
• Analyze measurement results and compare them against the specified requirements to assess the conformance of parts.
• Identify and document any non-conformities or deviations from the specified tolerances.
• Generate detailed inspection reports and documentation to communicate measurement findings and quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality-related concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection processes and quality control.

Duties and Responsibilities (Material Handling):

• Maintains inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock; recording location of inventory
• Locates materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders
• Maintains in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies
• Documents materials and supplies disposition by recording units delivered and location of units
• Shipping to vendors and customers and maintaining records
• Documents product shipment by recording units shipped
• Maintains material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections making operator repairs.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Skills/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One to three years in optical mechanical inspection experience desired
• Experience in handling precision components
• Basic blueprint reading and comprehension
• Computer fluency to include Windows 95, Office 95 and basic DOS
• Standard drawing practices, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing desired
• Organization, Scheduling, Analyzing Information, Dealing with Complexity, Deadline-Oriented, Time Management, Process Improvement, Safety Management, Inventory Control, Lifting, Data Entry Skills
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and ability to follow procedure
• Any other related duties as required

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One to three years in optical mechanical inspection with Coordinate Measuring Machine experience desired
• Experience in handling precision components
• Basic blueprint reading and comprehension
• Computer fluency to include Windows 95, Office 95 and basic DOS
• Standard drawing practices, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing desired
• Inventory/material handling experience

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to alcohol and acetone used for cleaning
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 lbs

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is ​$18.15 hourly rate - $21.08 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.

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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.