Injection Molding Technician

Requisition Number: 62259

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.

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Scope of Position:

In this role you will be responsible for testing and implementing new alternative resins for Division-wide or multi-plant projects. As part of our Life Sciences Division Engineering team, you will be tasked with testing and validating alternative resins for all manufacturing sites at our Durham location, and implementation at our worldwide plants. You will be required to help our team maintain and advance our injection molding core capability and fundamental understanding at world class levels.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Test alternative resins, document process changes and implement in our global facilities
• Develops injection molding processes using scientific molding fundamentals
• Assists in the development of alternative resins
• Completes installation activities for injection molding equipment, including but not limited to plumbing, mold hanging and overall equipment inspection and operation, in a safe and efficient way
• Installation, startup and troubleshooting molding ancillary equipment including resin feed systems, thermolators, and hot runner controllers
• Provides hands-on support to our manufacturing facilities with our most challenging technical problems, providing fundamentally sound and sustainable solutions
• Basic injection molding machine ancillary equipment and mold maintenance
• Troubleshooting of both molding process related defects and equipment mechanical issues

Required Education:

• Apprenticeship program, secondary Technical Education or equivalent training program

Required Years and Area of Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the injection molding field
• Experience supporting injection molding systems and maintenance and injection molding process development
• Experience with multiple plastics manufacturing processes and multiple functional groups
• Consult and advise on projects
• Coaching and mentoring of others within the expertise area

Required Skills:

• In depth knowledge of injection molding equipment
• General knowledge of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Strong computer skills; proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desired Experience / Qualifications / Skills:

• Knowledge of Life Sciences or medical product molding
• Knowledge of assembly, joining and automation systems

Soft Skills:

• Positive teammate who is open and engaging to effectively collaborate with teams in a multi-cultural environment
• Self-starter with the technical curiosity to learn and bring forward new ideas

Travel Requirements:

• 25%, including International travel

Hours of work:

• Monday- Friday, standard business hours, 40+ hrs
• Split shift and 2nd shift coverage hours may be required at times

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $65,654.00 - $90,275.00. 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 benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh