Assistant

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.Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.Supports Plant HR Manager to ensure that his/her plant has the right number and type of talent to execute plant strategy and achieve desired business results; Ensures plant establishes and maintains a positive work environment and operates as “One Corning” in support of Corning’s values; Assists in achieving or beating budgetary objectives in support of top quartile performance objectives while maintaining appropriate levels of HR service delivery; Assists in successful implementation of global HR business processes within the plant; Ensures plant compliance with HR-related legal and regulatory guidelinesKey ResponsibilitiesEffectively deploys hiring process for hourly workers and temporary employeesEducates plant leadership on union contracts and local and state employment law to ensure compliance with contracts and applicable personnel management lawsManages and mitigates employee grievances by ensuring supervisors and leadership are creating an open forum for discussion and resolution of plant issuesCoaches and counsels plant management in development and demonstration of leadership and management practices required to establish and maintain a positive work environmentResolves employee relations issues in a fair and consistent manner that protects the needs of the plant to operate in an effective and efficient mannerEducates plant employees on shared service and third party vendor capabilities to increase use and benefits of these servicesTakes 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)Tracks and documents employment issues and requests (e.g., FMLA, workers compensation) as required for procedural and legislative purposesIdentifies employee value proposition issues affecting turnover and works with Plant HR Manager to identify actions for improvementEstablishes and maintains a presence on the plant floor to keep a read on the pulse of the organizationImplements appropriate risk management policies and procedures to ensure plant compliance with safety requirements and local, state, and federal employment lawsExperiences/Education - RequiredBachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development or Labor Relations or equivalent qualification/experienceAt least 1-3 years of HR experience (generalist/specialist) or equivalentMaster’s degree in related area and/or HR certificationsSuccessful track record of performance in Plant HR Specialist or Center Of Excellence (COE) roleSuccessful track record in the deployment of global HR business processes or programsKnowledge of employment laws and policiesBasic proficiency in verbal & written English language skillsWe 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.BenefitsOur monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.Health and well-being benefits include medical, extended health care, dental and vision as from your first day of work.You are eligible to participate in the Corning Optical Communications LLC Retirement and Savings Plan on your first day of work.RRSP with 100% match, up to 5% of your earningsThe company will contribute 2.5% of your eligible pay each year to the DPSP account.Long-Term disability benefitProfessional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr