Job Description

Requisition Number: 68492

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.  

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

The purpose of this job: 

• Perform a limited range of basic duties to handle, assemble, process and package product.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Self-managed teams and we are looking for individuals that possess a strong work ethic and substantial interpersonal and team participation skills

Hours of work/work schedule:

• Overtime is required in many cases.
• Our new employees will go through a 90 day probationary period.
• Production and Maintenance employees are represented by USW Local 1029.
• Candidates must be available to work in 24/7 facility that provides the following shifts: 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7am, weekends and holidays.

Major Responsibilities/Ongoing Tasks:

• Orients lightweight plastic parts on conveyor belts and removes items from belts as needed
• Adds ink for printers
• Transfers certain products in and out of treatment units
• Loads and unloads certain products for printing operations
• Performs simple visual observation for gross defects while handling ware
• Counts and stacks items as needed
• Places plastic bag over counted and stacked items
• Places open end of filled bags into heat sealer and activates heat sealer to seal bags
• Puts sealed product into bins for transportation by automated guided vehicles (AGV)
• Changes lot numbers on heat sealer
• Completes simple hand assembly and packaging for bench work based on clear instructions
• Performs light material handling tasks – i.e.: stocks workstation with small quantities of supplies, stocks small quantities of caps (placing into cap hoppers) at machines using scoops, dumps regrind buckets or other small containers at the machines, etc.
• Handles lightweight ware-in-process (WIP) items
• Completes clearly specified operation and adjustment of equipment
• Clear minor equipment jams as necessary
• Performs equipment wash downs using alcohol and chlorine bleach
• Creates/makes shippers for related WIP products only (i.e. OEM)
• Follows all clean room manufacturing procedures and regulations
• Completes simple paperwork and records specified information
• Collects Q. C. samples
• Alert appropriate person when machine or equipment is not operating normally
• Follows clear instructions such as assembly sheets.
• Exerts effort equivalent to handling less than 15 pounds throughout the shift.
• Limited work may require greater effort.
• Cleans machines and production area as necessary and may assist in routine equipment maintenance, equipment set‑up and removal, or job changes
• Transfers alcohol from flammable storage to and from production.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards, follows all safety regulations and practices, Quality system standards, and complies with all Clean room Regulations. 
• Performs all duties and functions required to finish product, including assembling, packaging, inspecting, recording and documentation, training, planning/scheduling, and operation of machinery along with team tasks while meeting FDA/GMP/ISO regulations.
• Assumes other responsibilities and performs miscellaneous duties to support department and plant operations.
• Maintains good housekeeping conditions in plant, complies with all pertinent safety expectations, and observes safe work practices.
• Once certified will train others within that group. 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship 

The starting pay for this position is ​$20.02 hourly rate.  Compensation and benefits available for this position are dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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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, 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 .

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