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Optical Polisher

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Date: Aug 21, 2025

Location: Keene, NH, US, 03431

Company: Corning

Internal Corning Employees are provided the opportunity to review global job openings for potential interest. However, they are encouraged to do so with the understanding that whether or not they will be considered a candidate for positions located outside their geographic area (city, country, region) will depend on a number of factors such as the availability of local subject matter expertise or qualified talent, the need to obtain and availability of work authorization, costs associated with internal transfer, etc. It will be the decision of the hiring organization whether to permit employees applying outside the local area where the opening exists to be considered a candidate for that opening. It is recommended employees wishing to apply for job openings at Corning make their supervisor aware of their interest before formally applying.

 

Job Description 

Day shift: M-F, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m 
Position Summary:   
Grind, polish, and figure various optical materials to specified tolerances based on manufacturing instructions.   
Duties and Responsibilities:   
* Grind, polish, and figure various optical materials to specified tolerances.    
* Operate machines and conduct hand operations on optical surfaces. 
* Take measurements on metrology systems such as interferometers, profilometers and microscopes Cleaning, handling, and packaging of precision optical components.   
* Perform calculations, quality tests, measurements, and inspections.    
* Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions to aid in processing optical materials. 
* Assist in maintaining productivity and efficiency.   
* Comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements. 
* Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness of the work area Working Conditions: Lifting 30 lbs. 
 
Working Conditions: 
Lifting 30 lbs. daily 
* Daily Standing 50% of shift   
* Wearing protective gloves, glasses, and safety shoes; Exposure to Chemicals: Toluene, Acetone, Alcohol, and OMS 
* Exposure to materials: Aluminum, Nickel, Zinc Sulfide, Zinc Selenide, Germanium, Indium arsenide and Silicon Polymers.    
 
Education: 
* High School diploma or equivalent 
* Two-year technical degree preferable. 
 
Experience: 
* 1 to 3 years optics or polishing experience 
* Blueprint and technical specification knowledge 
* Ability to see and evaluate optical surfaces. 
* Demonstrated computer and mathematics skills. 

The range for this position is $24.5usd - $28.75usd plus an attractive variable compensation package 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.

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: Bellows Falls
Nearest Secondary Market: Keene

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