Manufacturing Associate I

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

This position includes significant duties such as:

• Operate all packout equipment in department, rotating operation duties in accordance with shift schedule. Tasks include: monitoring output quality and  quantity and making necessary basic machine adjustments such as minor jams in packout. 
• Perform daily housekeeping, waste removal, and end-of-lot line clearance duties. 
• Perform routine monitoring and inspection activities per product specifications. 
• Complete production records/forms/move tickets, recording relevant data onto forms or via electronic data entry. Ensure accuracy and good documentation practices per company and cGMP standards. 
• Use PeopleSoft, ETQ (Quality Systems) and Apriso software/database. 
• Stage raw materials, in-process product, and finished product per procedure. 
• Work with cleaning equipment and chemicals following all safety precautions (i.e. appropriate PPE). 
• Relieve other Production Associates during their absence or break periods, and for rotation of duties as required. 
• Assemble, package, label, palletize and stage product per specifications & procedures. 
• Complete electronic inventory transactions, per computer access and training. 
• Perform routine testing and inspection functions for each lot. 
• Track packed volumes and provide data to shift report as required. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Working Conditions: 

Disagreeable 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 and head coverings. 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. 

Education:  

HS Diploma or GED required 

Experience:  

6 – 12 months experience within a manufacturing environment. 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is ​$23.00 hourly rate - $25.50 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. 

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 View email address on corningjobs.corning.com .