Quality Control Associate I - 12 hr nights

Quality Control Associate I - 12 hr nights

Date: Feb 5, 2025

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27712

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66805

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 PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION IS:

Performs in-process and final inspection of multiple products prior to shipment to the customer using various gauges, tools, and inspection techniques.

Accepts or rejects product according to inspection criteria.

Reports issues to supervisor and records findings on inspection documents.

This position includes significant duties such as:

Ensures that process and quality inspections are recorded in correct designated forms based on product manufactured. Information on these documents need to be traceable and correct, this would include process parameters, gauge calibration ID number, lot/batch number, item/sku number, date and that it follows proper good documentation practices (GDP) throughout the document.

Procures inspection samples from in-process or finished products as stated on the inspection documentation.

This may require removal of cartons from skids/pallets, replacing samples with product obtained from the operator stations, re-taping cartons, and replacing them on skids/pallets. Inspects labels, lot numbers, count, and packaging configuration for compliance to specifications.

Rejects defective product and notifies manufacturing supervisor and quality technician.

Writes a Non-Conformance Material Report (NCMR), coordinates with Operation to pull suspected product off skid/pallet and ensures it properly located it to rework or quarantine area.

Responsible for identifying each skid/pallet of questionable product

When rework is complete, re-audits for acceptability.

Writes information about each product in a daily log to be used as a reference for inspectors on other shifts (if applicable).

Answers operator questions and troubleshoots issues with supervisor and technicians.

May be asked to help with the inspection and testing of validation samples, raw materials and/or incoming inspections.

Maintains a clean and safe work area.

Follows GMP and ISO regulations and company policies and procedures.

Ensure adherence to plant quality standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to industrial machinery, moving parts, electrical and other energy sources.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including but not limited to lab coats, hair/beard covers, gloves, ear protection, eye protection and head coverings.

Exposure to fumes and chemicals such as cleaners, inks, and solvents.

Exposure to high frequency noise.

Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds and up to 65 pounds occasionally.

Minimum Qualifications:

HS Diploma or GED required

1 year experience within a manufacturing environment

Preferred:

At least 1 year experience performing quality inspections or serving in a quality control role.

Must be capable of working in a team environment.

Must be able to read and understand standard operating procedures, and other manufacturing work instructions and forms.

Must be able to perform simple math calculations, e.g. addition and subtraction.

Participation in regular on-the-job training regarding product, cGMP/Quality, equipment, processes, performance, and any changes that impact daily production.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship

The range for this position is ?$20.50 hourly rate - $24.50 hourly rate.

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. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues? contributions.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Durham

Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh