Manufacturing Associate Job at Corning Incorporated in Hickory

Overview

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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.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Associates are responsible for raw materials, in-process ware flow, subassemblies, and finished goods used within the cable manufacturing process, including UV coloring, stranding, buffering, IPQC, jacketing, print/respool, cable repair, shipping/receiving, and cutting and packaging.
• Beginning of shift check with Manufacturing Coordinator regarding assignments and production priorities.
• Assemble shop papers, MIs and raw materials prior to start-up.
• Start up and changeovers per standard operating procedures; monitor lines to ensure quality product and perform necessary PQA checks to ensure product is manufactured to specification.
• Report non-conformance; ensure workspace is 5S ready, clean, and orderly; know performance metrics and work toward targeted objectives.
• May perform weekly associate maintenance and proactively report equipment issues; perform preventive maintenance procedures and may troubleshoot.
• Assist R&D with experiments as requested.
• Load and unload raw materials; adhere to safe material transport protocols and environmental/hazardous materials guidelines.
• Receive, stock, store, issue raw materials and miscellaneous items for production; maintain inventory accuracy using cycle counts and daily transactions.
• Label and package reels for shipment to customers; verify QC paperwork, barcode, data sheets, and reel tags; inspect reels for damage and print statements.
• Work in a team environment to optimize output of quality product, assist others, and promote safety awareness.
• This description is not an exhaustive list of duties; other duties may be assigned as needed.
• May be required to acquire forklift certification.
• Majority of work involves light lifting; there may be heavy lifting in rare instances with assistance; some exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, and noise.

Qualifications

• High School or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Forklift certification; in-depth MES knowledge preferred.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes; knowledge of machine capabilities.

Details

• Salary range: $21.50 hourly rate - $26.25 hourly rate. Starting pay depends on location, experience, training, and education.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, life insurance, disability benefits, and PTO.
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing

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