Precision Grind Apprentice

Company: Corning
Location: Glendale
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition Number: 59963 -Corning is vital to progress - in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.We invent life-changing 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 we're always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. -As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning's Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries. -The purpose of this position: -Apprentices are responsible for learning and executing production processes to manufacture precision mechanics. These will be parts of all levels of complexity. They will be expected to run precision grinding machines to produce these parts. -Apprentice Schedule:During a concurrent enrollment in a certification Course, scheduling is Monday - Thursday schedule (9am - 5pm for hands on learning at the plant & 6:30pm - 9:30pm for class time)After completion of training, this will be a 2nd shift position -Duties and Responsibilities:Operate precision grinding equipment working from detailed drawings or blueprints to grind parts to high quality finish specs.Must be able to read and follow routers, work instructions, drawings, and other relevant documentsMay include becoming proficient on multiple machine types including lathes and millsPerform quality inspection of parts throughout the manufacturing process using precision measuring tools such as a laser ruler, micrometer, and electronic indicator Must be able to read and understand blueprints, part identification and record data in accordance with router, work instruction and drawing instructionsPerform basic troubleshooting and basic maintenance on grinding equipmentMaintain work chucks and fixtures in a burr free condition and dress wheels as neededClean and re-supply operating materials (i.e. oil, hoses, belts, changing coolant, and filters as needed) and clean machines and work area on a daily basisMust have strong Math SkillsMust have outstanding communication skillsMust be conscientious and detailed orientedMust be Safety orientedMust be willing to learn and operate other grinding equipment -Working Conditions:Must be able to work on one's feet for most of the shift -Education:GED or High school diplomaPlans to enroll in school for an apprentice program within the next enrollment period offered, -preferably concurrently -Experience: -6+ months of machining experience preferred -This position does not support immigration sponsorship. -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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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