Requisition Number: 76066
Role PurposeThe Assembly Process Technician supports and improves assembly operations through hands-on process execution, technical troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. This role serves as a key link between Production and Engineering, helping ensure assembly processes are stable, capable, and consistently meet quality, yield, and throughput targets.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical aptitude, structured problem-solving skills, and the ability to execute and refine standardized work within a precision manufacturing environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess Ownership & Execution- Execute and sustain established assembly processes to ensure consistent and repeatable performance.
- Serve as the first-line technical resource for assembly-related issues on the production floor.
- Monitor key process metrics, including yield, defect rates, and cycle time, and escalate performance gaps as needed.
- Support compliance with control plans, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and other process documentation.
Technical Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis- Diagnose and resolve assembly defects, process variation, and equipment-related issues.
- Support root cause and corrective action activities, including data collection, analysis, and implementation.
- Partner with Engineering and Quality to investigate DMR/MRB issues and help drive corrective actions.
- Identify and reduce sources of scrap, rework, and process instability.
Process Development & NPI Support- Support engineering builds, prototype assembly, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.
- Assist in developing, refining, and validating assembly processes, fixtures, and tooling.
- Execute process trials, experiments, and capability studies to improve performance.
- Provide feedback on manufacturability, assembly challenges, and potential design gaps.
Continuous Improvement- Identify and implement improvements that increase yield, reduce cycle time, and improve product quality.
- Support Lean, Six Sigma, and process excellence initiatives aligned with site priorities.
- Contribute to the development of standard work, visual aids, and error-proofing (poka-yoke) solutions.
- Help drive process stability and repeatability in a high-mix, precision assembly environment.
Documentation & Process Control- Maintain and update assembly work instructions, SOPs, and related process documentation.
- Support the development and sustainment of control plans and inspection methods.
- Ensure accurate process data capture and tracking within MES or other production systems.
- Assist in defining and standardizing best practices across assembly areas.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to improve overall process performance.
- Support operator training on new or updated processes and standardized work.
- Provide technical input during audits, process reviews, and customer visits.
- Actively promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
Experiences/Education - Required- Associate's degree (AAS) in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field
OR high school diploma/GED with 5-7+ years of relevant assembly or process experience - Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or precision assembly environment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and specifications
Experiences/Education - Desired- Experience supporting Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering teams
- Knowledge of GD&T, inspection methods, and quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
- Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, RCCA, or 8D
- Familiarity with MES, ERP, or other digital manufacturing systems
- Experience in optics, aerospace, or other high-precision assembly environments
Core Competencies- Process-focused mindset with strong operational discipline
- Data-driven problem solving and continuous improvement orientation
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to translate engineering intent into effective manufacturing execution
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $70,834.00 - $97,397.00 assuming full time status. 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.
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 aspirations, and career from day one.
- 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.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
