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

Requisition Number: 67352

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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. ​  

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.​   

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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: Production of optical components.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and set up diamond turning machining centers and fly cutters.
• Operate and understand Optical test equipment such as interferometers and surface profilometers, computer generated holograms and LUPHOScans.
• Develop and document process parameters.
• Operate traditional inspection equipment such as toolmaker’s microscope, micrometers, height gages, and Vernier calipers.
• Read, analyze and interpret complex documents. Analytical troubleshooting / problem solving Communicate effectively to team members and management Leading and mentoring

Requirements:

• Must be capable of solving routine production problems as they arise
• Problem solving independently on routine production with awareness of when assistance is needed.
• Good organizational skills and ability to be flexible with changing work demands
• Attention to detail and quality paramount.
• Flexibility to work to deadlines.

Working Conditions:

• Lifting 30 lbs.
• Standing 50% of shift
• Wearing protective gloves, glasses, and safety shoes
• Exposure to Chemicals: Acetone, Alcohol, and OMS
• Exposure to materials: Aluminum, Nickel, Zinc Sulfide, Zinc Selenide, Germanium, Indium arsenide and Silicon Polymers

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent Two-year technical degree preferable
• 5+ years diamond turning experience writing and editing part programs
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents

This position does not support immigration sponsorship  

The range for this position is ​$27.50 hourly rate - $39.00 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.

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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.