Mechatronics Technician - Winston-Salem NC

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Corning is vital to progress in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.



We invent lifechanging 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 were always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.


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 industryleading 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 opticalbased communications infrastructure for services such as video data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of opticalbased communication networks sold to businesses governments and individuals for their own use.



Scope of Position:

Utilize good troubleshooting techniques along with sound judgment to effectively accomplish technical assignments and projects.
Makes decisions based upon data and technical understanding.
Actively participates within and beyond department boundaries to resolve important process and equipment issues.
Independently executes projects to fulfill department goals and objectives.


Day to Day Responsibilities:

Provides 2nd level mechanical electrical & controls troubleshooting support for all equipment in assigned area
Supports continuous improvement in cost reduction equipment improvement and mean time between failure improvement projects
Manage equipment performance improvement projects (Safety MTBF R&M cost)
Interface with operators team leaders maintenance personnel and peers to develop and implement equipment repair procedure maintenance cost or safety improvements into manufacturing
Work with engineering to develop equipment specifications/requirements and organize meetings with respective support groups to review proposals and quotes prior to purchasing
Develop maintenance training and troubleshooting documentation (Tier I)
Provide feedback to division/process engineering during design reviews for new processes and equipment
Supports the management of spare parts inventory for production equipment including recommended changes and justifications
Formally document all aspects of improvement activities
Document processes and procedures required maintain production equipment efficiently and within specifications
Support the transfer of new cabling equipment from development to production.
Provide support develop plans as to how the equipment will be employed into production and ensure that the new technology is repeatable in a production environment prior to transfer.
Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed such as PMs calibration and troubleshooting guides.
Work with and train maintenance and other support personnel to improve troubleshooting skills plantwide
Maintain and Practice Corning Values
Consider safety implications in all decisions
Regularly review and consider available process data
When applicable consider input and review data with SMEs
Make sound engineering; data driven decisions
Communicate and document changes to enable expedited future responses
Track the production performances to ensure capability is maintained


Travel Requirements:

none


Work Hours:

12 Hour Shifts Night shift
Overtime could be required
a flexible schedule to accommodate 24/7 production support is required

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Education/Experience:

High School or equivalent
2year technical degree preferred;degree in Mechatronics or similar type program
3 years in a manufacturing environment required.


Required Skills:

Strong demonstrated fundamental understanding of 3 phase electrical systems machine/motion control systems electromechanical systems VFD and Servo programming communication protocols and practical applications
Ability to interface and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems
Strong mechanical fundamental understanding
Creative/innovative problem solving
Strong overall technical understanding
Able to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions
Results oriented and high commitment
The ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications


Desired Skills:

Ability to generate debug and modify PLC code ladder logic structured text and function block diagram
Experience with Maximo CMMS system for maintenance
Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface
Knowledge of plastic extrusion/UV processing technologies/Rotating Equipment
Knowledge of Cabling process and equipment
Data analysis skills
Experience with Rockwell G&L Beckhoff GE Ifix Wonderware are a plus Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership)
Good verbal/written communication and presentation skills
Interpersonal skills engaging enabling open
Rigorous problemsolving skills
Planning and organization
Effective in managing multiple priorities


This position does not support immigration sponsorship.


The range for this position is $35.00 hourly rate $38.75 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of jobrelated 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.