Ultra Precision Machinist

Requisition Number: 79555

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

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.​   

Come break through with us.  

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, automotive, and solar 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 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Shift: 1st Shift – Monday – Friday

Purpose of Position:

Produce high-precision optical components using diamond turning and fly-cutting processes, and verify them to specification using optical and conventional metrology.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Set up and operate diamond turning machining centers and fly cutters.

· Operate optical test equipment, including interferometers, surface profilometers, computer-generated holograms (CGH), and LUPHO Scan systems.

· Develop and document process parameters.

· Inspect parts using toolmaker's microscopes, micrometers, height gages, and Vernier calipers.

· Read, analyze, and interpret complex drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

· Troubleshoot production issues using analytical problem-solving.

· Communicate clearly with team members and management.

· Train and mentor less experienced team members.

Requirements

· Solve routine production problems independently, and recognize when to ask for help.

· Stay organized and adapt to changing work demands.

· Maintain strong attention to detail, with quality as the top priority.

· Meet production deadlines.

Education/Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Two-year technical degree preferred.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

· Lift up to 30 lbs [occasionally/frequently].

· Stand approximately 50% of the shift.

· Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes.

· Work with chemicals, including acetone, alcohol, and odorless mineral spirits (OMS).

· Handle materials including aluminum, nickel, zinc sulfide, zinc selenide, germanium, indium arsenide, and [silicone] polymers. Training and controls are provided.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is ​$29.00 hourly rate - $33.75 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. 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.