Manufacturing Technician
Date: Jul 14, 2025
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27712
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 69752
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.?
As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning's Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.
Role Purpose
Provide support for manufacturing process focused on process stability and equipment reliability. Assist Manufacturing Team Leader with production system management and troubleshooting / understanding of process and equipment issues. Provide reports for technical issues and partners with operations, engineering and maintenance on troubleshooting and escalation. This is an hourly role, with shift rotations (Monday- Thursday 10-hour shift or rotational 12-hour shifts TBD). Overtime as needed. The shift will be 7pm-7am (overnight)
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and train others to technical and operational aspects of the equipment. 1st level subject matter expert
Responsible for performance on production lines and working with other technicians and operators to preserve stable, line performance
Identify and resolve equipment issues that may not be in troubleshooting guides or are of a less common occurrence with focus on exceeding production targets
Assist with training production associates on first-level troubleshooting for common issues
Provide input into creation of job aids, troubleshooting guides, and PM documents
Adjust process parameters within established limits to ensure process stability
Perform visual and dimensional inspections, calibrations and process checks
Interpret PI Vision charts or machine data to assist with process monitoring and troubleshooting
Support job changes and production runs
Interpret engineering schematics and procedures
Proactively maintain line performance through process tuning and equipment repair/maintenance, as well as support engineer-led activities such as experiments and engineering studies
Seek out areas of improvement or ideas for continuous improvement projects and implement robust solutions with help from cross functional teams as needed
Utilize PEx principles, even if not formalized (DMAIC, MEE, PQA, Lean, etc.)
Support engineer-led process improvement activities from focused improvement portfolios
Support SAT and installation of new equipment, as needed
Add information to the shift passdown (eLog) with substantial detail of issues and troubleshooting steps to support production reporting and shift turnover
Carry out work in a safe manner; wear appropriate PPE and gowning for assigned manufacturing space
Must be willing to support 24/7 manufacturing site and work on 12-hour shift (able to support all shifts as needed)
Experiences/Education - Required
4-year degree in Engineering Technology or related degree AND 3+ years' experience in technical manufacturing support OR
2-year degree in Engineering Technology or related degree AND 5+ years' experience in technical manufacturing support OR
Minimum 10+ years technical manufacturing support experience with proven leadership capabilities
Minimum 3+ years manufacturing troubleshooting experience
Experiences/Education - Desired
Proven ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Dependable, highly motivated self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
Ability to lead and train others
Knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance systems
Strong communication skills
Technical expertise in any of the following areas: glass forming, machining, electrical, robotics and/or automation
Flexible and adaptable; willing to work outside of role to move the team forward
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solution
MS Office; particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $57,899.00 - $79,612.00 assuming full time status. 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 are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
