Requisition Number: 74601 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. 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: <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions</li> </ul> JOB SUMMARY & FUNCTIONS: Position Purpose Under leadership direction, the Warehouse Associate is responsible for accurately and efficiently picking, packing, and shipping supplies and materials to both internal and external customers. This role also involves safely transporting, sorting, and stocking materials to ensure smooth warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities: • Safely transport incoming and outgoing materials to designated areas using appropriate tools or vehicles, such as hand dollies, forklifts, electric dollies, pallet jacks, or elevators. • Conduct quality inspections on incoming and outgoing materials and products to ensure they meet standards. • Sort and organize materials or items on racks, shelves, or bins following established inventory procedures. • Accurately pick, pack, and ship materials and products to meet customer demands. • Process packages for shipping, including affixing shipping labels, boxing products (using dry ice where required), and handling returned merchandise. • Perform regular physical inventory counts and replenish stock from back-up locations as needed. • Maintain a clean and safe work environment while actively participating in safety and quality improvement initiatives. • Complete administrative tasks, such as preparing shipping reports and correspondence, as required. • Palletizing Orders for customers based on specifications. • Review all shipping documentation for accuracy. • Loads and unloads delivery trucks and reconciles all incoming deliveries. • Maintains product inventory and conducts a quarterly cycle count. • May also be required to perform serum processing duties or assist as needed in other production activities. Working Conditions: • Frequently lift and/or move items weighing 25 to 60 pounds. Occasionally handle items over 60 pounds. • May work with noxious or hazardous chemicals, with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) provided. • Occasionally requires the use of protective clothing or equipment, including gloves, freezer jackets or jumpsuits. Protective eyewear and specialized footwear are always required. All PPE will be provided. • Warehouse environment can have moderate hot and extreme cold temperatures. • Frequently lift and/or move items weighing 25 to 60 pounds. Occasionally handle items over 60 pounds. • May work with noxious or hazardous chemicals, with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) provided. • Required standing/walking for long periods. • Exposure to moderate noise levels. Education: • High school diploma or equivalent Experience: • 3 to 6 months relevant experience in warehouse environment required, including forklift operation experience. • Basic computer skills are required. Familiarity with Microsoft suite desired. • Experience with export shipments preferred. The range for this position is $21.00 hourly rate - $24.25 hourly rate. 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. A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. <div> Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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. </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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. </li> </ul> </div> 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. 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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.

Murphysboro - Warehouse Associate (Murphysboro, IL, US, 62966) @ Corning

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