Controls Technician

Controls Technician

Date: Jul 22, 2026

Location: Glendale, AZ, US, 85301

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76053

**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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

The Controls Technician is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and control systems across the plant. This role ensures reliable operation of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and electrical systems, while driving continuous improvement in equipment performance, uptime, and process capability. The position requires strong technical skills, hands-on troubleshooting, and close collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and control systems

• Diagnose electrical/automation issues

• Support equipment startup and commissioning

• Read schematics and control logic

• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations

• Ensure system reliability

• Identify issues and recommend fixes

• Improve machine performance and yield

• Support automation upgrades

• Assist with RCA and downtime reduction

• Provide real-time troubleshooting

• Reduce downtime

• Train operators on equipment basics

• Maintain records and update documentation

• Follow EHS, ISO, AS9100, and LOTO standards

Experiences/Education - Required

• Associate’s degree (AAS) in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field OR High school diploma with 5–7+ years of relevant experience

• Hands-on experience with industrial controls (PLC/HMI systems)

• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, and automation systems

• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience with PLC platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

• Familiarity with robotics, vision systems, or motion control

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., aerospace, optics)

• Knowledge of SPC, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies

• Exposure to MES, SCADA, or networked control systems

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,954.00 - $97,562.00 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.

**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: Phoenix