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Machinist Tool & Die Maker

Corning Incorporated
Hickory, NC Intern
POSTED ON 2/25/2025 CLOSED ON 4/27/2025

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Requisition Number: 67166

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 New Position

  • To produce the required part(s) from the prescribed materials with the requirements of specified drawings in a timely manner.
  • To meet the customer requirements whether internal or external every time.

Education Requirements And Experience Requirements

  • Diploma/certificate from an accepted and approved technical institution or successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years in machining experience preferred.

Required Skills

  • Hands-on Self-Starter and able to work with minimal direction
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Adaptable and flexible Able to work in a team environment

Major Responsibilities

  • The intermediate level machinist must have excellent manual and CNC skills with the ability to use Algebra, Trigonometry, and Advanced Geometry.
  • Be able to effectively read and understand part drawings, setup and program a Fadal CNC milling machine from the machine’s control panel, flat grind, setup and operate EDM Drilling equipment, manual mill, manual lathe, horizontal band saw beginning design of machined jaws and minor fixtures.
  • Possess programming capability of CNC’s and G&M-Code.
  • Understand how to use the Machinery’s Handbook to find speeds and feeds and dimensions for threads as well as any other necessary machining operation.
  • Have the ability to set up sine plates for complex angle setups.
  • Understand how to properly setup parts for machining to make them in a timely and effective manner.
  • Understand how material moves when machined and be able to compensate for it with sound machining practices to make parts as specified on prints.
  • Perform close tolerance quality work in highly difficult and diversified conditions.
  • Ability to use and properly maintain manual measuring equipment to maintain tolerances listed.
  • Have intermediate knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
  • Maintain machining equipment and service it in accordance to the appropriate service manual.
  • Maintain house-keeping and organization efforts.
  • Assist Engineering in the design and materials specifications to improve the efficiency and productivity of the parts being produced.

Working Conditions

  • Must be willing and able to work with metal chips, oil, coolant, oil mist and noises.
  • Ability to lift up to 40lbs to load machines.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship

The range for this position is $34.75 hourly rate - $39.38 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.

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 accommodations@corning.com .

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