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Benefits Consultant

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Date: Jan 9, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 72139

 

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 Benefits Consultant will oversee vendor partnerships and manage day-to-day service issues and escalations related to Corning’s Health and Welfare benefits. Acting as a liaison between vendor partners and the Benefits TPA, this role will resolve member escalations and ensure smooth operations. Additionally, the Consultant will provide recommendations for benefit program changes based on employee risk profiles, business needs, and market practices, while contributing to the design, revision, and implementation of innovative programs and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

•    Have direct oversite of vendor partnerships and day-to-day service issues/escalations of Corning’s Health and Welfare benefits
•    Serve as liaison between vendor partners and Benefits TPA to resolve member escalations
•    Provide recommendations for benefit program changes based on the employee risk profile, business needs and market practice.
•    Contribute towards design / revision of current programs and lead/participate in the implementation of new initiatives.
•    Assess the effectiveness of the current program against the overall C&B strategy.
•    Provide management information to senior stakeholders on the utilization, impact, and outcomes of C&B programs
•    Oversite for Corning’s data warehouse and track market intelligence/trends, conducting in-depth analysis to generate trends and recommendations.
•    Work with benefit partners to develop member communications to drive awareness of benefit programs/offering.
•    Maintain accurate and current SBCs and SPDs of appropriate health and welfare benefits.
•    Interfaces directly with Managers, Human Resource Business Partners, Health Services, and Corporate Legal regarding problems, solutions, and clarifications of ongoing benefits administration, as necessary.
•    Remain knowledgeable and current on industry trends and ACA regulatory changes.
•    Maintain general knowledge pertaining to all ERISA compliance requirements.
•    Collaborate with compliance specialists to review and prepare documents, policies, and administrative practices to ensure compliance with HIPAA.
•    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as directed.

Experiences/Education - Required

•    Business degree in Business, Human Resources, or related fields. 
•    5-7 years work experience (corporate or business environment)

Experiences/Education - Desired

•    Proven relationship management skills - must gain cooperation and acceptance/approval in resolving problems, and/or negotiating with other stakeholders to arrive at an agreement
•    Strong writing and presentation skills for a variety of audiences
•    Ability to synthesize a variety of data to produce a cohesive and well-documented product
•    Proven knowledge of project management principles and approach
•    Demonstrated ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses and to communicate these to a variety of audiences

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  


The range for this position is $81,714.00 - $112,358.00 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.


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