Job Description

Requisition Number: 77669

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 Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Corning's competitive differentiator in the global marketplace.

HR provides service offerings that align solutions to business challenges by ensuring the programs are Effective, Efficient, Global, Scaleable, and Repeatable. Corning’s Values are operationalized by the HR Function through the facilitation of Talent Management offerings, as well as programs and processes that aid in making Corning’s Values visible.

Sccope of Position

Early-in-career Track: The purpose of the HRLDP is to provide early-in-career professionals with a foundational competency base in various facets of HR.

Corning's Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is a special initiative focused on developing the company's future HR leaders. Unlike typical HR rotational programs, the HRLDP is crafted to mold you into a leader by providing a broad perspective of Corning's global business segments through various roles and tasks. The journey intertwines your individual career aspirations with the business objectives of Corning. This design allows you to venture into different areas of HR early in your career with Corning, enabling you to establish a wide network and gain extensive organizational knowledge. To ensure comprehensive development, the program offers a range of enriching experiences. These include initial onboarding workshops, sessions with mentors and coaches, training in leadership and functional skills, and the chance to interact and learn from business leaders throughout the company.

The HR Leadership Development Program is a three-year program consisting of three rotational assignments, with a key focus on Business Unit HR (BUHR) generalist assignments and plant-based HR support, complemented with assignments within Corning HR’s Center of Excellence (COE) groups. BUHR assignment(s) will place participants in generalist roles supporting a Business, Plant, and/or Corporate Function, providing both strategic and operational support to the HR leader while building strong business partnership capabilities in manufacturing and plant environments. COE assignment(s) may include experience in Talent Management (i.e., Staffing, Talent Planning), Compensation & Benefits, Employee Relations, and/or Operations & Analytics.

Key Responsibilities

Business Unit HR (BUHR) Specialist

1. Effectively deploying hiring processes
2. Educating plant leadership on union contracts and local and state employment law to ensure compliance with contracts and applicable personnel management laws
3. Managing and mitigating employee grievances by ensuring supervisors and leadership are creating an open forum for discussion and resolution of plant issues
4. Coaching and counseling Business/Plant management in development and demonstration of leadership and management practices required to establish and maintain a positive work environment
5. Resolving employee relations issues in a fair and consistent manner that protects the needs of the Business/Plant to operate in an effective and efficient manner
6. Taking ownership for specific HR initiatives that support the effective operations of the organization by developing and/or delivering HR programs (e.g., attendance tracking, training, communications)
7. Tracking and documenting employment issues and requests (e.g., FMLA, workers compensation) as required for procedural and legislative purposes
8. Implementing appropriate risk management policies and procedures to ensure Business/Plant compliance with safety requirements and local, state, and federal employment laws

COE Specialist

1. Implementing COE programs / processes / policies in compliance with current legal and regulatory policies and assesses them to determine the extent to which they support Corning Values and positive work environment
2. Researching external market practices to identify opportunities for continuous improvement to better meet corporate, business, function, and employee needs
3. Gathering and analyzing data on the performance and impact of COE programs / processes / policies, highlighting areas of concern or improvement, and creating reports and presentations as requested to ensure achievement of targeted results
4. Recommending areas for standardization of COE programs / processes / policies, as appropriate, to reduce complexity of administration and associated costs
5. Collaborating with BUHR partners and other COEs to leverage their expertise to expedite integration of business-relevant COE programs / processes / policies / systems
6. Interacting with vendors per service level agreement, as needed, to maximize delivery of outsourced services

Requirements

• 3-year commitment to the rotational program
• Mobility within the U.S. for annual rotation
• Master’s degree in ILR/HRM
• May consider Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development or equivalent

Competencies Needed

• Persuasion and influence
• Organizational agility
• HR Service orientation
• Technological savviness
• Consultative problem solving
• Project management
• Risk management
• Collaboration and networking
• Employee experience management

Preferred Background/ Experience

• Work experience in manufacturing or other front-line setting (HR or non-HR)
• Skill in collecting, analyzing and using of data to improve a process/product
• Experience in deployment of HR business processes or programs
• Knowledge of employment laws and policies

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $67,200.00 - $92,400.00 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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.