Process Technician

Requisition Number: 70483

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

PRODUCTION AND MAINTENANCE - PROCESS TECHNICIAN – Application Process

The following information is relative to Production and Maintenance employment at Corning Incorporated in the Corning Valley:

The Employment Process:

• For all Production and Maintenance positions at Corning Incorporated in the Corning Valley begins once you attach your resume and submit a completed application. The next step in the process will be an orientation at a local venue to be determined. The orientation will be followed by a series of tests and interviews conducted by Corning Incorporated employees. Upon successful completion of all of the above, the next step will be background checks and a medical exam, to include a physical assessment and a drug test.
• Qualified candidates are included in a pool for process tech production positions and will be called upon as openings occur in our businesses.
• Corning Incorporated interviews applicants for self-managed teams and we are looking for individuals that possess a strong work ethic and substantial interpersonal and team participation skills.
• Our new employees will go through a 90 day probationary period. Production and Maintenance employees are represented by USW Local 1000. No relocation assistance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sets up, assembles, maintains, monitors and operates equipment in various operations such as pilot production, research, development labs and department labs and shops.
• Work with supervisors, scientists, engineers, other technicians and/or self-directed, perform a wide variety of tasks.
• May require working shifts, holidays and weekend assignments.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Work Conditions:

• Work hours vary and you may be moved depending on the respective needs of the company.
• Economic cycles may dictate a need to reduce employees.
• Reductions occur based on a valley-wide single seniority system.

Education Requirements:

• 2 year (AAS) technical degree from an accredited institution is required.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The starting pay for this position is $35.35 hourly rate. Compensation and benefits available for this position are dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.