Quality Technician

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.

Requisition Number: 76786

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.

Uses the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics to provide technical support in a quality control laboratory, department, or process control group. Conducts standardized laboratory tests and routine experiments requiring the use of well-established procedures, but little understanding of the principles. May prepare reports and recommend solutions to technical problems as required. Works on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations.

May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other personnel. The position enables timely and effective performance of COC quality inspection tasks and support to quality processes at Keller DC. It ensures collection of Quality data and processing of inspection instructions using applicable Quality systems. The position supports temporary inspection staff as needed.

The position is responsible for completion of Quality Inspection tasks on time and with acceptable quality, data collection and maintenance of Quality Systems and support of COC functions with Quality Inspection related skills.

• Inspections during manufacturing and production
• Ability to monitor and measure inspections
• Perform incoming inspection of products and materials at Keller DC
• Perform inspection of work done at Keller DC or any other part of COC at Keller
• Supports other part of CM organization with Quality Inspection and Quality System work
• Performs inspection, screening and minor adjustments/repairs of products and components to support containment and remediation of COC products
• Collects Quality data and maintains Quality Systems including Inspection Plans and other parts of SAP Quality Module, ETQ, Excel files or similar data collection systems
• Supports warehousing processes as required to enable Quality related tasks
• Provides support to temporary staff by sharing inspection and system skills and verifying quality of their work
• Participates in root cause analysis and corrective actions for Quality and Process Non-Conformance issues.

The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.

• Mon – Fri 7am-3pm (OT required as needed), some flex time allowed

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3+ years of experience in quality inspection or a related field.
• Strong skills with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, including geometric tolerances.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to handle and position larger components (such as antennas up to ~50 lbs) safely for inspection

• Demonstrated skills in Quality Inspection for electronics similar to COC products and using appropriate inspection equipment
• Demonstrated skills in the inspection for visual defects, assembly problems and similar mechanical issues
• Experience with Microsoft office software (word, excel)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently
• Good oral and written communication skills through e-mails, reports, and meetings
• Fluent in both spoken and written English

• Strong personal and collaborative skills
• Self…