Job Description

Requisition Number: 68383

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​ 

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.  

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.

The purpose of this position: Assemble and test optical systems and sub-assemblies to precise specifications – prototype work with some supervision (production jobs requiring more in-depth skills). Jobs are performed in an Assembly Department or Clean Room. Accuracy of the assembly is extremely critical, failure to follow proper technique may not be immediately apparent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of components; assembly of components into housings without supervision
• Preparation of hardware (including but not limited to painting, alodine, priming, cleaning of non-optical surfaces)
• Assembly of components per routers, drawings, and written procedures
• Alignment of systems to meet specifications
• Alignment of assemblies and in-process testing (basic interferometry and open optical testing)
• Processing and final testing documentation per requirement with some supervision
• Preparation of assemblies for shipment to customer with review from supervisor or Tech III

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
• Must be capable of setting up basic optical testing and performing tests without supervision
• Good organizational skills and ability to be flexible with changing work demands
• Ability to gather data for submission to QA
• Attention to detail and quality paramount
• Flexibility to work to deadlines
• DMAIC yellow belt training

Working Conditions:

• Class 10000 cleanroom in most cases
• Class 1000 cleanroom in special cases
• Lifting of materials ranging from light to medium weight from possibly floor level to approximately 2 feet a bove bench height
• Occasional heavy lifting with assistance

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-2 years industrial experience Blueprint reading
• Math skills should include Algebra and Basic Trigonometry

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. 

The range for this position is ​$24.50 hourly rate - $28.75 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. 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 .

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