Manufacturing Shift Technician

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Date: Dec 7, 2024

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65160

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

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, and automotive 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 

Purpose of the Position: The primary focus of the shift technician would be to support manufacturing processes, activities and drive process control and improve operational excellence. This position will assist the team leaders and operators in this area. This position will provide the shift with a critical link to the operations team, the technical team, maintenance team, and quality team. In this role, you will provide manufacturing support for the manufacturing process and manage cost reduction, controls improvement and capacity projects. The shift will manage manufacturing processes and projects (cost reduction, repair and maintenance reduction, etc.).  There are 4 open Manufacturing Shift Technician positions that will be based in our new state of the art facility in Hemlock, MI.

Required Education, Skills & Experience

• 2-year Technical Degree
• 2+ Years of Work Experience
• Electrical technician with a 2-year technical degree and minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience working with and troubleshooting process equipment.
• Experienced in electrical system troubleshooting including low and medium voltage systems, PLCs, temperature controls safety systems, etc.
• Experience with mechanical system troubleshooting including pneumatic controls, flow control, material handling, etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of induction furnace heating and troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge of PLC Control systems: Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Siemens or similar systems.
• Computer and data collection skills. Uses data and systematic approach to solve problems and make decisions.

Soft Skills:

• Works well in a team environment, is a “self-starter” and “results oriented”.
• Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of the team.
• Complies with all policies and procedures of the plant.
• Works well with other disciplines (IT, mechanical, and process engineering) to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements.
• Ability to effectively coordinate, organize work and resources to achieve results.
• Has a good attitude and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate with RL’s with safety incidents and employee feedback.
• Compile shift/production reports.
• Select and OEE Performance.
• Downtime reconciliation.
• OEE runs Distribution.
• Safety and Housekeeping objectives, 5S compliance.
• Job Change Effectiveness
• Process Control/Process Discipline Strategy – SOS, SOP across the plant
• Compliance to Quality specification and limit Samples
• Compliance with work rules.
• Provide information for Pre-Run and Post Run Reviews with Line technicians, Section Supervisor, and engineers.
• Employee Training and Certification
• Participate with and support all engineering activities directly effecting manufacturing improvements.
• Production support for any throughput or safety items that may be hindering output.
• Resolution to ongoing chronic issues that require process monitoring and data analysis to implement robust controls solutions.
• Manage multiple projects utilizing sound engineering principles to drive completion.
• Works closely with development groups to support new product development.
• Provide detailed documentation at the completion of projects.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is  $55,491.00   -  $76,301.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

?Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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 [email protected].

Nearest Major Market: Saginaw