• TCP Temporary Environmental Health and Safety…

    Corning Incorporated (Newton, NC)


    TCP Temporary Environmental Health and Safety Associate

    **Date:** Aug 19, 2025

    **Location:** Newton, NC, US, 28658

    **Company:** Corning

     

    Requisition Number: 70404

     

    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.

     

    Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

     

    **Purpose of Position:** The Temporary EHS Associate will support continuous safety

     

    and environmental improvements in all TCP process areas. Improvement

    opportunities may originate from OTIS and iKaizen submissions, Gemba walk

    feedback, injury and near-miss data, audit findings, and other sources. Lead efforts to

     

    implement these improvements by engaging all relevant stakeholder. This

     

    a Temporary position lasting 6 months.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    + This a Temporary position lasting 6 months.

    + Monitor OTIS and iKaizen submissions and ensure project completion.

    + Track feedback from Gemba walks and audits, supporting action plans.

    + Use injury and near-miss data to prioritize improvement projects.

    + Partner with the Occupational Health Nurse to promote employee wellnessinitiatives.

    + Collaborate with Onsite Work Solutions to identify ergonomic challenges andopportunities for improvement.

    + Actively participate in Operational Learning Teams across the plant.

    + Serve on the Safety Steering Team.

    + Conduct inspections for hazardous and non-regulated waste, recycling, andflammable cabinets, implementing updates and improvements as necessary.

    + Maintain inventories for flammable cabinets.

    + Support 5S initiatives to enhance workplace organization and layout.

    Education Requirements and Experience:

    + High School or General Education Diploma (GED).

    + 6+ months of experience at Trivium Cable Plant.

    + Strong knowledge of the manufacturing processes.

     

    This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

     

    The range for this position is ​$21.50 hourly rate - $26.25 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.

     

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    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:** Hickory