Stripette Mechanic I

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Date: Sep 9, 2024

Location: Kennebunk, ME, US, 04043

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64872

 

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. 


Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

 

Position Purpose:

  • Maintain and upgrade plastics processing equipment including extruders, material handling equipment, high speed assembly, and packaging equipment.
  • Performs in-depth mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to determine root cause of issues.
  • Completes job changes as needed to meet production requirements.
  • Assists operators to reach maximum level of line performance.

 

Position Duties:

  • Setup and maintain extruders, auxiliary equipment, high speed assemblers, and packaging equipment to meet production quality and quantity requirements.
  • Monitors and documents processes and makes appropriate adjustments to variables in order to insure production quality and quantity requirements
  • Performs in-depth mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to determine root cause of an issue. Implement solution to address root cause.
  • Complete job changes on extruders, auxiliary equipment, high speed assembly equipment, and packaging lines. 
  • Performs daily on-going functions such as loading paper & film on paper/poly lines, monitoring ink levels on paper/poly lines, checking on resin material feed bins. 
  • Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
  • Perform mold cleanings (within press) as required.
  • Document equipment issues via Tabware.
  • Use of PI data to determine trends in equipment performance.
  • Recommend improvements to process and/or equipment that enhance the manufacturing performance of the department. 
  • Assumes other responsibilities and performs miscellaneous duties to support department and plant operations.
  • Maintains good housekeeping conditions in working area, complies with all safety expectations, and observes safe work practices. 
  • Communicate with previous & next shift to share issues and resolutions. 
  • May perform other duties as needed.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship 


The range for this position is ​$26.80 hourly rate - $31.90 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.

 

​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.


Nearest Major Market: Portland Maine

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