Process/Electrical Technician
Corning•Concord, NC
•$60,620 - $83,353
About The Position
The Process/Electrical Technician supports the development and optimization of manufacturing processes and automated equipment used in optical fiber production. The role focuses on process improvement, electrical systems, machine controls, and equipment troubleshooting to improve safety, quality, productivity, and reliability. The technician supports product and process development, equipment integration and commissioning, production operations, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Industrial Systems Technology, or a related technical field.
- 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or development environment.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and automated systems.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, PLC-based systems, and electrical schematics.
- Knowledge of motors, servo systems, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and industrial safety systems.
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial communication networks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with process development and new equipment deployment.
- Experience with FANUC, ABB, or Universal Robots.
- Familiarity with vision systems and machine-inspection technologies.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 79 standards.
- Mechanical aptitude and high-volume manufacturing experience.
- Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and qualification of new products and manufacturing processes.
- Participate in prototype builds, process validation, and technology transfers.
- Collect and analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Support machine-control integration, startup, commissioning, and debugging.
- Troubleshoot PLCs, motors, sensors, servo systems, VFDs, and industrial safety systems.
- Support automated equipment, robotics, conveyors, and material-handling systems.
- Assist with equipment upgrades, obsolescence planning, vendor qualification, and standardization.
- Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
- Provide technical support during production startup and ongoing operations.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
