Machinist II

Primary Purpose Machining and fabricating tooling, parts, assemblies, guarding, jigs/fixtures for production equipment for sustainable solutions. Job tasks include making new, modifying, repairing manufacturing components. Components support engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, and facilities. Take an active role in component failure investigation, problem solving, and creating sustainable solutions. Activities drive the plant goals of safety, quality, schedule, and cost. Responsibilities Sets up and operates machine tools such as manual machining equipment (lathes, mills), manual surface grinder, heat treat oven, welder, sheet metal shear, and brake to machine or fabricate parts. Using hand tools as needed to fit and assemble parts. Machine, alter and repair components to needed specifications from blueprints, old/worn/broken parts, models, hand sketch, or verbal description. Occasionally advise design improvements to achieve desired benefits. Determine machining sequence of operations to complete the job task in a timely manner and meet tolerance requirements with the available equipment and tools. Job task to be completed with minimal supervision. Compute dimension measurements using hand calculations, calculator, or programs such as CAD (DraftSight, SolidWorks). Use plan layouts to determine assembly methods and sequence of operations. Must be able to compute calculations of simple math and geometry/trigonometry formulas. Able to machine and fabricate using FDA‑compliant materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and acetal. Utilize material on hand or request material be ordered for the project, layout the component with standard practices including measures, marks, and scribes for machining. Verify dimensions, clearances, and alignment using measuring devices such as dial indicators, gauge blocks, thickness gauges, and micrometers to ensure desired precision fit for equipment, assemblies, or components. Work with setup and manufacturing engineers or technicians to troubleshoot component root‑cause failure, outlining a sustainable repair/replacement path and making critical repairs to release equipment back to operating at a running state. Perform predictive/preventative maintenance and assist with updating the predictive and preventative maintenance program. Assist project to complete component modifications or custom guarding with new equipment installations to meet equipment validation requirements and timeline. Document by methods of hand sketches (using standard views) or red‑lining the prints the “as built” state of the component and provide engineering if modifications were required. Document, organize and label new tooling, jigs, and fixtures. Document daily work logs and track time using Maximo software. Maintain shop cleanliness in daily and weekly cleanups. Request material or tooling when needed for maintaining stock inventory of the machine shop. Collaborate with team and cross‑train peers on systems responsible to maintain redundancy (operation/minor troubleshooting) in the Machine Shop Group. Perform work in compliance with all national and local codes. Support an on‑call weekend rotation and be required to respond to occasional off‑hours support calls during the week. Call‑in support for production needs for hard‑down equipment with machining/fabricating sustainable replacement parts for the equipment to operate. Working Conditions Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources. Works mostly in a machine shop; occasional tasks will be in the production environment. Well lit, clean working area which follows all safety precautions and regulations. Lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds frequently, 65 pounds occasionally. Must be able to stand 8 hours per shift. Exposed to fumes and high‑frequency noise in manufacturing areas. Safety glasses, hearing protection, safety‑toed shoes, short sleeves are required in the Machine Shop; other PPE may include gown, hair covering, gloves, safety vest, hard hat depending on the area. Adheres to plant safety requirements, OSHA and QSR/GMP/ISO guidelines as applicable. Education Associate’s Degree in Tool Trade or Machinist Curriculum or High School Diploma/GED plus experience acquired through a formal Journeyman apprenticeship in tool making or equivalent. Experience 7‑10+ years experience in machine shop, tool and die making, or industrial maintenance. Compensation The range for this position is $37.00 hourly rate – $40.00 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. Benefits Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. 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. 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). Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. EEO Statement 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 a reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Corning Incorporated