Job Description

Requisition Number: 66366

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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.  

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.

The purpose of this position:  

• To perform a very wide variety of maintenance tasks including but not limited to mechanical and electrical maintenance work such as: installation, fabrication, assembly, set-up, diagnosis.

Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Preventive/predictive, troubleshooting maintenance work on plant equipment, facilities, and services requiring the use of hand and maintenance tools and skills.
• Works from blueprints, sketches, written and verbal instructions.
• Operates a wide variety of equipment such as: various saws, benders, breaks, pipe threaders, drills, gauges, meters, feelers, voltmeters, wire strippers, micrometers, industrial fork trucks, hand trucks, machine tools, welding equipment, carts, ladders, lifts, etc.
• Performs tasks such as removing and reinstalling equipment, bearing replacements, equipment rebuilds, pipe bending and installation, etc.
• Provide cross training for other skilled trades.
• May be a member of a work group or team that utilizes some business skills such as: writing and entering work orders, material purchasing, project coordination, quotes and estimates, use of computer in performance of duties, etc.

Requirements:

• This position has a skill/certification module.
• The specific skill requirements for each module appear in the certification document
• Module 1 includes such duties as: Works independently, coordinates PMs, rebuilds, shutdowns and other employees as required; displays innovativeness when dealing with complex problems; trains others in maintenance techniques designed for sensitive processes.
• Works as member of a team; writes process documentation; prepares maintenance projects and layouts, inter-faces with customers, vendors and suppliers; responsible for the quality of works, timeliness, work methods, practices. (As additional modules are defined, the description will be updates for evaluation purposes.)
• Must be willing to work rotating shift schedule
• The successful candidate must pass a "Fit for Duty" exam designed for the Mechanic Job Description.

Education/Experience:  

• High School or GED
• Must have equivalent to a 2-year Mechanical associate degree and at least 8,000 on the job hours or > than 4 years’ experience.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. 

The starting pay for this position is ​$34.51 hourly rate. Compensation and benefits available for this position are dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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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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