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Date: Jul 24, 2026
Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601
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Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 76664
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 global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.
Role Purpose
This role consists of technical duties and activities within prescribed time frames in the manufacturing environment supporting a range of equipment including but not limited to, PCs, printers, servers, limited network/RF support. It encompasses both software and hardware systems which are required for the operation, maintenance and control of computer systems, as well as data acquisition, control, and analysis systems in high-speed, real-time environments, including data transfer mechanisms for client-server systems. This role also participates in projects contributing to the improvement of overall process and technical efficiency within the business.
Key Responsibilities
Performs the installation, modification, testing, and servicing on all internal/in-house data communications network equipment.
Coordinate with necessary Operations teams and customers to enter and complete Change Requests for all work that affects IMS Infrastructure.
Participates in projects to improve overall process and technical efficiency.
Follows standard operating procedures.
Assists in the recommendation and the development of technical standards.
Maintains and ensures confidentiality of information / materials.
Takes initiative to identify and propose remedies to problems.
Gives periodic status reports in written and verbal formats.
Interacts with peers, & one level above, to ensure continuity & efficiency.
Interacts with Service Desk and other IT teams.
Focus on safety at all times.
Develops, tests, debugs S/W and/or H/W systems, components, tools and utilities required for the operation, maintenance and control of computer systems.
Develops techniques for the design and implementation of complex data acquisition, control, and analysis systems in high-speed, real-time environments, including design, implementation of high-speed, robust data transfer mechanisms for client-server systems.
Develops solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope. Follows specific, detailed instructions. May be assigned to small projects or to phase(s) of larger projects. Contributes to the completion of routine technical tasks.
Willing to be available for after-hours support and an on-call rotation as defined by the team for any of the position responsibilities listed above.
Experiences/Education - Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical field.
Technical knowledge on computer hardware, computer software, printers and peripheral equipment
High level knowledge of LAN/WAN equipment and topology
High level knowledge of server management and OS support
Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others
Focus on safety for all tasks
Effective organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities
Excellent communications, interpersonal and influencing skills
Experiences/Education - Desired
Project Management experience
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $75,511.00 - $103,828.00 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.
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].
Nearest Major Market: Hickory
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