Shift Technician

Requisition Number: 78874

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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.  ​  

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​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.​ 

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Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers. 

Role Purpose

The primary focus of the shift technician is to support the raw materials manufacturing processes, activities and drive process control and improve operational excellence in the areas that support the overall process. This position will assist the team leaders and operators in this area. This position will provide the shift with a critical link to cross functional operations, the  technical, maintenance, and quality teams. In this role, you will provide manufacturing support for the manufacturing process while managing cost reduction, controls improvement, and capacity projects. The shift technician is expected to ensure safe work while driving production while providing technical support to the team. Additionally, the shift technician is expected to lead a shift in the absence of the team leader.  

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in safety incidents and employee feedback. 
• Compile shift/production reports. 
• Improve OEE and Performance. 
• Downtime reconciliation and reduction. 
• Safety and Housekeeping objectives, 5S compliance.  
• Job Change Effectiveness  
• Process Control/Process Discipline Strategy – Develop standard work instructions, standard set points, and standard operating procedures across the plant  
• Compliance to Quality specification and limit samples  
• Compliance with work rules. 
• Provide information for Pre-Run and Post Run Reviews with Line Leaders, RMP Section Supervisor, and engineers. 
• Employee Training and Certification  
• Participate with and support all engineering activities directly affecting manufacturing improvements.