• Process Technician

    Corning Incorporated (Hemlock, MI)


    Process Technician

    **Date:** Aug 15, 2025

    **Location:** Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

    **Company:** Corning

     

    Requisition Number: 70307

     

    The company built on breakthroughs. ​ 

     

    Join us.​ 

     

    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.  ​

     

    How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​

     

    •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.​

     

    Come break through with us.

     

    Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:

     

    + Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

    + Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

    + Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

    + Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

    + Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

     

    Role Purpose

     

    As a manufacturing process technician, you'll work with process engineering team members to monitor, tune, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes, collect and analyze data, and create graphical reports.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Responsible for performance on production lines and working with other technicians and operators to preserve stable line performance.

    + May be asked to write process, operations, or equipment documentation.

    + Problem solving will be routine and is expected to be performed methodically. Understands equipment used in key processes and interprets data from processes to solve problems.

    + Works on continuous improvement projects to reduce costs, downtime, and/or defects and to increase yields.

    + Supports line job changes to different products.

    + Understands how machine or process inputs impact product quality.

    + May be asked to participate in developing a new process or machine to improve the current process.

    + The technician is the first level of escalation for daily activities and problem resolution. At times the coordination of upstream or downstream activities will be required.

    + Interacts with operators and production leadership daily to understand issues and to communicate plans and instructions. Sound communication is key to success in the role.

    + Training of production personnel is routine and common in this position.

    + Ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all manufacturing processes. Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards and risks.

    Work Hours

    + Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm).

    + Managing a 24/7 plant structure, so support when needed.

    + Part of the on-call support rotation schedule.

    Education and Experience

    + Associate’s degree

    + 3-5 years of experience working in manufacturing

    Required Skills

    + Strong problem-solving skills.

    + Able to handle multiple complex tasks and set priorities with multiple internal customers.

    + Other technician and/or operator roles that lead to a better understanding of the equipment and processes.

    + Has a thorough understanding of and can practice Process Control and Discipline. Can discern when to follow SOP, and when SOP no longer applies, and additional stakeholder input may be necessary.

    Desired Skills

    + Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, including formulas and graphing functions.

    + Demonstrated leadership or strong teamwork in accomplishing common goals.

    + Practical experience with basic statistics, a track record of identifying sources of variation.

     

    This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

     

    The range for this position is $58,207.00 - $80,035.00 assuming full time status. 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 are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

     

    A job that shapes a life. 

     

    Corning offers you the total package. 

     

    Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

     

    + As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

    + Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.

    + Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.

    + Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.

     

    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 benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

     

    **Nearest Major Market:** Saginaw