Set-up Machinist III- 2nd Shift
CorningAbout the role
Requisition Number: 62400
Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.
We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.
Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.
The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.
Purpose of this position:
- Machine Operator III’s are responsible for learning and executing production processes to manufacture small parts, which will be parts of all levels of complexity.
- They will be expected to run and setup varying types of CNC machines to produce these parts.
This position includes significant duties such as:
- Work in a team environment to optimize output of quality product, assist others as necessary and promote safety awareness
- Must be able to read and follow routers, work instructions, drawings, and other relevant documents
- Perform machining operations for all complexities of parts
- Perform machine setup for parts all complexities in accordance with time and quality standards
- Will be expected to train other operators as necessary.
- May include becoming proficient on multiple machine types including lathes and mills
- Perform inspection to identify good product from bad product and take appropriate corrective action.
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints, part identification and record data in accordance with router, work instruction and drawing instructions
- Operators are expected to know performance metrics and work toward targeted objectives
- Operators should proactively report any part, process, or equipment issues as soon as they become aware
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work on one’s feet for most of the shift.
- Must also be able to work with small parts under a microscope.
Education/Experience:
- Certified machinist or completion of apprenticeship program General education degree
- 36 months of CNC operations/setup experience.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $28.00 hourly rate - $34.50 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. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
Corning Puts YOU First!
We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.
- Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
- Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
- Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
- Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
- Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other
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