About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Requisition Number: 76053</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>The company built on breakthroughs. <br>Join us. </strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Come break through with us. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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: </span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions</span></li> </ul><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Role Purpose</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">The Controls Technician is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and control systems across the plant. This role ensures reliable operation of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and electrical systems, while driving continuous improvement in equipment performance, uptime, and process capability. The position requires strong technical skills, hands-on troubleshooting, and close collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Key Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and control systems</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Diagnose electrical/automation issues</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Support equipment startup and commissioning</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Read schematics and control logic</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Ensure system reliability</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Identify issues and recommend fixes</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Improve machine performance and yield</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Support automation upgrades</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Assist with RCA and downtime reduction</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Provide real-time troubleshooting</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Reduce downtime</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Train operators on equipment basics</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Maintain records and update documentation</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Follow EHS, ISO, AS9100, and LOTO standards</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Experiences/Education - Required</H2> </div><div><ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Associate’s degree (AAS) in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>OR</strong> High school diploma with 5–7+ years of relevant experience</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Hands-on experience with industrial controls (PLC/HMI systems)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, and automation systems</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Experiences/Education - Desired</H2> </div><div><ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Experience with PLC platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Familiarity with robotics, vision systems, or motion control</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., aerospace, optics)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Knowledge of SPC, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Exposure to MES, SCADA, or networked control systems</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>This position does not support immigration sponsorship. </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">The range for this position is $70,954.00 - $97,562.00 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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>A job that shapes a life. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Corning offers you the total package. </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></li> </ul> </div> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="color:black">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 </span><a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.</span></p>