Manufacturing Associate
- Newton, NC
- $26.25 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
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.JOB SUMMARY
- Operational execution of key daily tasks associated with shipping and receiving
- Ensure incoming deliveries are receipted in properly and put away
- Maintain proper raw material replenishment levels in PSAs
- Perform system transactions for cables from Final QC
- Cut, package & store cables o Load flatbed trucks for customer shipments
- Safe forklift operation
- Expected to have full understanding of department and company procedures and policies
- Conduct safety walks within warehouse and throughout plant
- Effectively/professionally convey information internally and externally
- Wear proper PPE at all times in required areas
- Maintain compliance to training record requirement
- Promote Corning in a positive manner and lead by example
- Active good housekeeping and strict adherence to specific safety regulations and practices in day-to-day work
- Prepare necessary paperwork for finished goods cables including processing of cuts
- Effective, timely and accurate execution of outbound shipments with CLS designated carriers with the aim to improve efficiency in the warehouse, reduce transportation costs and meet customer requirements
- Ensure data integrity
- Work interactively with Stakeholders to ensure inventory and shipping accuracy, minimize shipping backlog and meet customers’ requirements
- Aid team members in SAP troubleshooting/training
- Responsible for ensuring charging of forklifts and other battery powered items
- Self-starter in areas of Kaizen & 5S
- Establishment of positive work environment
- Successful accomplishment of projects
- Hazardous conditions or other health and safety concerns should be corrected by him/her whenever this is possible
- Customer-focused
- Results oriented
- Good Interpersonal skills (open, engaging, enabling)
- Advocate of safety
- Strong team player
- Ability to thrive in a multicultural matrix organization
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Priority Setting
- Service Minded
- 3-5 years’ work experience in a logistics role
- Knowledge of Supply Chain processes such as warehousing, distribution and inventory management
- Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Work experience with ERP business management software / systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle)
- Forklift Certification
- 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.