Manufacturing Technician

Corning • City of Corning, NY

14d • $70,852 - $97,422

About The Position

The Materials Technician provides technical laboratory support for materials testing and process development activities. The role prepares samples; operates testing and characterization equipment; supports high-temperature experiments; collects, interprets, and reports data; and contributes to laboratory safety initiatives. Working closely with engineering and technical teams, the technician generates data and insights that advance material capabilities and performance in support of development programs across Corning’s businesses.

Requirements

• Minimum AAS in a technical or science major.
• 12–15 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing support role.
• Work independently and handle multiple concurrent tasks.
• Be detail-oriented and follow written SOPs and verbal directions precisely.
• Monitor and execute experiments, and train others to do the same.
• Document procedural steps and resulting data from laboratory tests.
• Use report-writing and data-manipulation techniques.
• Work with samples at high temperatures for short periods.
• Apply innovative problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

• Works well on a team comprising technicians, engineers, customers, and project management.
• Proven track record conducting complex laboratory testing with acute attention to detail.
• Effectively communicates results, directions, and experimental details.
• Technically curious and self-motivated.
• Experience using respiratory protection (PAPR) and other PPE.
• Knowledge of glass melting and adjacent technologies.

Responsibilities

• Complete metals, refractory, glass, and ceramic testing in a laboratory environment to support materials and manufacturing development.
• Prepare batch, glass, and refractory samples for testing and analysis.
• Provide hands-on support for high-temperature testing.
• Perform raw material characterization and testing.
• Operate equipment required for sample preparation and measurement.
• Collect experimental data, maintain organized records, interpret results, and report findings to internal customers and engineers.
• Support laboratory safety programs to help provide a safe working environment.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
• 401(k) matching contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family building support.
• Fitness benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Disease management programs.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree