Manufacturing Technician - Submarine MET

Corning

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Requirements

High school diploma and 5+ years manufacturing experience.
Strong troubleshooting, decision-making, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to read/understand electrical and mechanical drawings.
Mechanically and electrically inclined, with experience using diagnostic tools and PC applications such as Excel, Word, SharePoint, and data analysis systems.
Effective communicator with strong people skills, capable of training others and collaborating across cross-functional teams including IT, mechanical, and process engineering.
Self-starter and results-oriented team player who remains composed in emergency situations, follows plant procedures, and acts as a positive role model and motivator.

Nice To Haves

Two year electrical/mechanical/or controls technical degree preferred (Associates)
Will consider experienced candidates with demonstrated skills and work experience

Responsibilities

Provide quick response manufacturing support triggered by Operations feedback as well as product quality data.
Optimize the Safety, Product Selects and Equipment Utilization associated with the manufacturing of Optical Fiber.
Identify and support process improvements.
Use judgment, experience and initiative to resolve problems and make recommendations.
Support the department in achieving Safety and Lean manufacturing goals while ensuring reliable equipment performance.
Provide advanced electrical, controls, mechanical, and equipment troubleshooting support for production issues and drive problems through resolution.
Monitor equipment and process performance, identify improvement opportunities, and prioritize issues based on plant and departmental needs.
Collaborate with operators, engineers, technicians, and maintenance trades to coordinate equipment startups, repairs, troubleshooting, and process changes.
Assist with preventive maintenance activities, equipment design improvements, installation, testing, and debugging of new or modified production systems.
Develop and deliver training documentation and support for production teams on new equipment, processes, and procedural updates.