HR Coordinator, Blacksburg

Requisition Number: 79430

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. Role Purpose

The HR Coordinator position encompasses HR responsibilities including employment/recruiting, compensation, payroll, HR administration, benefits, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, organizational development, affirmative action, and health and safety services programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Blacksburg plant’s trusted agent, comprising of the generation and oversight of employee personnel records and transactions.
• Supports coordination of efforts to establish and maintain a positive work environment at the Blacksburg facility.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for HR policies, processes, and best practices.
• Serve as local expert in key HR systems including TrueBlue, Kronos, Blueline, OneModel, and other Corning HR systems.
• Supports the Blacksburg plant HR manager on HR initiatives.
• Prepares HR analytics for reporting to site and division leadership (headcount, diversity, recognition, etc.).
• Assists in successful implantation of global HR business processes in the plant.
• Ensures plant compliance with HR-related legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Takes ownership of specific HR initiatives that support the effective operations of the organization by developing and or delivering HR programs (e.g. attendance tracking, training, and employee communications).
• Partner with the Medical department and MetLife to support the processing and recordkeeping of FMLA, disability, and other forms of leave of absence.
• Assists in leading various assessment practices like surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, to regularly define opportunities for growth and development.
• Support the hiring & onboarding processes for hourly and salaried employees (paperwork compliance, organization announcements, new hire orientation, training, etc.).

Experiences/Education - Required

• 2+ years of combined HR/Admin experience (generalist/specialist) or equivalent.
• Experience with HR systems, Applicant Tracking Systems, and/or reporting tools.
• Experience maintaining trackers, reports, documentation, and business processes.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft office suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, Psychology, or relatable field.
• Ability to review data, draw conclusions, and communicate points of view on data gathered
• Strong process / process improvement orientation with Greenbelt / Six Sigma experience.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $51,491.00 - $70,801.00 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.

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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.