Utility Associate

Corning • Christiansburg, VA

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About The Position

The Utility Associate performs multiple tasks to support the safe and efficient operation of production equipment used to make finished ceramic substrates for the automotive industry from raw materials. Work includes manual processes throughout the facility, such as box building, tube gauging, laser gauging, and blankets, as well as operating a fork truck. The role requires working with production paperwork, data logs, tools, and other resources; maintaining a clean, orderly workspace; and collaborating with coworkers to support safe production of quality products. Duties may also include other assignments not specifically listed in the job description.

Work is typically performed indoors and involves light lifting, turning, pivoting, and reaching; heavy lifting may occur rarely. The work environment includes expected exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, oils, lights, and noise. Twelve-hour shifts may be day or night, and employees must be able to rotate through different tasks and assignments. The starting pay is $17.00 per hour. Compensation and benefits are governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to waist height and 30 pounds to shoulder height.
• Ability to manipulate materials, tools, keyboards, and other work items by hand.
• Ability to move across wide floor areas and negotiate stairs.
• Ability to remain standing for periods exceeding two hours.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work twelve-hour shifts, which may be day or night, and rotate through varied tasks and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing processes such as box building, tube gauging, laser gauging, and blankets, and operate a fork truck.
• Communicate effectively with leadership and peers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace in accordance with 5S standards.
• Follow safety requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), plant work rules, company policies and procedures, and performance metrics or targeted objectives.
• Train other Corning employees on assigned topics and maintain required training and certifications.
• Receive, understand, verify, update, and maintain production paperwork, data logs, work tools, and other resources.
• Work as part of a team to optimize quality-product output, assist others as needed, and promote safety awareness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• 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).
• Employee recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED