Job Description

Requisition Number: 70550

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.  

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Role Purpose

The Plant HR Consultant partners with plant leadership and employees to deliver HR solutions that drive operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and compliance. This role serves as a trusted advisor, supporting workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, and change initiatives aligned with plant and business objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the plant HR manager to ensure that the plant has the right talent to execute the plant’s strategy and achieve desired business results. 
• Serve as an HR contact for plant management and employees providing guidance on HR policies, procedures and best practices.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to ensure the plant attracts and retains top talent.
• Advise on employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and resolve conflicts to foster a positive work environment.
• Implement and monitor compliance with labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Facilitate training and development programs to upskill plant employees and support career growth.
• Partner with plant leadership on organizational change, workforce planning, and performance management.
• Analyze HR metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, absenteeism) and recommend targeted actions.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at the plant level.
• Lead or support special HR projects as needed.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with HRIS and data-driven decision making.
• Hands-on self-starter, capable of juggling multiple priorities. 
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, allowing for communication across entire organization.  
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills. 
• Ability to foster change and promote and implement improvement. 
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet)

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Master’s degree in related area and/or HR certifications desired, but not required 
• Applied Six Sigma, Lean or Kaizen experience.
• Ability to communication cross-functionally 
• Excellent Communication skills 
• Tactfully communicate with all levels of the organization 
• Ability to display and support of the Corning Values 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,519.00 - $109,339.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• 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.     
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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 accommodations@corning.com .

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