Maintenance Line Associate

Maintenance Line Associate

Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27712

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74001

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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. 

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.

The primary purpose of this position is:

Leads preventative maintenance activities, troubleshoots processes and process equipment, and executes equipment repairs/modifications.

This position includes significant duties such as:

• Performs routine changeovers including, but not limited to, lot changes, end of arm tooling changes, and mold changes.

• Perform proper startup and shutdown procedures on equipment and verification of equipment status.

• Assist operations team with routine line issues, resets, and restarts.

• Completes required preventive maintenance at defined intervals. Routinely assesses the suitability of such intervals and scope covered and revises when necessary.

• Trains and mentors other associates within maintenance and operations.

• Monitor output quality and quantity; troubleshoot as needed to make necessary machine and parameter adjustments where applicable; and alleviate minor jams.

• Troubleshoots equipment breakdowns and performs mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance whenever required to ensure uninterrupted customer supply.

• Utilize available resources to diagnose and resolve equipment issues prior to escalation.

• Assists with engineering activities in equipment modifications and improvements.

• Process tuning equipment to meet or exceed quality expectations, within validated state.

• Works with quality and operations to evaluate and address non-conformances, product quality defects, and other output issues. This includes verifying the correct set-up of machines and auxiliary equipment.

• Works with hand tools and/or power tools while troubleshooting, conducting preventative maintenance (PM), or repairing equipment. Demonstrates safe techniques and proper use of all tools.

• Uses inventory management systems to obtain replacement parts for corrective/ preventative maintenance, and proactive replacement efforts. Identifies and rectifies any discrepancies in inventory and future order needs.

• Document all troubleshooting and maintenance activities in appropriate Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

• Completes production records / forms recording relevant data onto forms or via electronic data entry in Maximo or other systems. Ensures accuracy and good documentation practices per company and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

• Communicates status of technical issues within the maintenance team and to operations team.

• Maintain clean tooling for extruders, injection molding equipment, assembly equipment, and other manufacturing equipment.

• Repairs, rebuilds, adjusts, inspects, and monitors production and/or facility related equipment and machinery.

• Supports validations from a mechanical perspective.

• Complies with safety systems and procedures such as Lock-Out/Tag-Out, NFPA-70 E Arc Flash, spills, and machine guarding at all times.

• Responsible for hazardous waste removal.

• Participates in Kaizen and Lean activities as necessary to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Performs other duties as required to meet the needs of the department and company.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including, but not limited to, lab coats, hair/beard covers, gloves, ear protection, eye protection, safety shoes etc.

• Exposure to fumes and chemicals such as cleaners, inks, and solvents.

• Exposure to high frequency noise.

• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds and up to 65 pounds occasionally.

• Adherence to plant safety requirements, OSHA and QSR/GMP/ISO guidelines as applicable. 

Education:

• Associates Degree, Technical Certificate program or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 3-5 years manufacturing experience, with 2 years of responsibilities for equipment maintenance troubleshooting or equivalent military experience.

The range for this position is ​$31.00 hourly rate - $34.50 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.

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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 aspirations, and career from day one.

• 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.

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.

• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

• 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Durham

Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh