Assembly Technician - 1st Shift

Assembly Technician - 1st ShiftJoin us at Corning, 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. 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.The purpose of this position is to 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 Assembly Department or Clean Room. Accuracy of 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 supervisionPreparation of hardware (including but not limited to painting, alodine, priming, cleaning of non-optical surfaces)Assembly of components per routers, drawings, and written proceduresAlignment of systems to meet specificationsAlignment of assemblies and in-process testing (basic interferometry and open optical testing)Processing and final testing documentation per requirement with some supervisionPreparation of assemblies for shipment to customer with review from supervisor or Tech IIIRequirements:Must be capable of solving routine production problems as they ariseProblem 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 supervisionGood organizational skills and ability to be flexible with changing work demandsAbility to gather data for submission to QAAttention to detail and quality paramount.Flexibility to work to deadlines.DMAIC yellow belt trainingWorking 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 above bench height,Occasional heavy lifting with assistanceEducation/Experience:High School Diploma or GED1-2 years industrial experienceBlueprint readingMath skills should include Algebra and Basic TrigonometryThis position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $22.00 hourly rate - $28.50 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.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. 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.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.