Ultra Precision Machinist

Requisition Number: 73551

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Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
•  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Ultra Precision Machinist – Second Shift
Shift Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 3:15 PM - 1:15 AM (10-hour shifts)

Position Overview: This second-shift position is dedicated to the production of high-precision optical components using advanced machining and inspection techniques. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in diamond turning, process optimization, and optical testing, paired with a strong commitment to quality, precision, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machining Operations: Operate and set up diamond turning machining centers and fly cutters to manufacture optical components with ultra-precision tolerances.
• Optical Testing: Utilize advanced optical test equipment, including interferometers, surface profilometers, computer-generated holograms, and LUPHOScans, to ensure component quality and specifications.
• Process Development: Develop, optimize, and document process parameters to maintain production consistency and repeatability.
• Inspection and Quality Control: Operate traditional inspection tools such as toolmaker’s microscopes, micrometers, height gauges, and Vernier calipers for precise measurements.
• Troubleshooting: Independently identify and resolve routine production issues, escalating more complex problems when necessary.
• Team Collaboration and Mentorship: Work effectively with team members and management to achieve production goals while mentoring colleagues and fostering a culture of growth and improvement.

Requirements:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing work demands.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality results.
• Ability to manage deadlines effectively while maintaining precision and accuracy.
• Leadership and mentoring experience, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of diamond turning experience, including writing and editing part programs.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a two-year technical degree is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex technical documents.
• Expertise in advanced machining and inspection techniques

Working Conditions:

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Standing for approximately 50% of the shift.
• Safety Gear: Regular use of protective gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
• Chemical Exposure: Handling chemicals including acetone, alcohol, and OMS.
• Material Exposure: Working with materials such as aluminum, nickel, zinc sulfide, zinc selenide, germanium, indium arsenide, and silicon polymers

The range for this position is ​$27.50 hourly rate - $32.25 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. 

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