Optical Polisher - 2nd Shift - Monday - Thursday, 3:15PM to 1:15AM Job at Corning, Keene, NH

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  • Corning
  • Keene, NH

Job Description

Requisition Number: 68786

 

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.  

The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

 

Position Summary: Grind, polish, and figure various optical materials to specified tolerances based on manufacturing instructions.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Grind, polish, and figure various optical materials to specified tolerances.
  • Operate machines and conduct hand operations on optical surfaces.
  • Take measurements on metrology systems such as interferometers, profilometers and microscopes Cleaning, handling, and packaging of precision optical components.
  • Perform calculations, quality tests, measurements, and inspections.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions to aid in processing optical materials.
  • Assist in maintaining productivity and efficiency.
  • Comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
  • Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness of the work area Working Conditions: Lifting 30 lbs.

 

Working Conditions:

  • Lifting 30 lbs. daily
  • Daily Standing 50% of shift
  • Wearing protective gloves, glasses, and safety shoes; Exposure to Chemicals: Toluene, Acetone, Alcohol, and OMS
  • Exposure to materials: Aluminum, Nickel, Zinc Sulfide, Zinc Selenide, Germanium, Indium arsenide and Silicon Polymers.

 

Education/Experience:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Two-year technical degree preferable.
  • 1 to 3 years optics or polishing experience
  • Blueprint and technical specification knowledge
  • Ability to see and evaluate optical surfaces.
  • Demonstrated computer and mathematics skills.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. 


The range for this position is ​$24.50 hourly rate - $33.00 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 [email protected] .

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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