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Facilities & Housekeeping Supervisor-Downtown Campus

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Date: Sep 3, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 70691

 

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

Monitors daily operations of a unit and actively assists, or provides direction to, subordinates as required. Performs ongoing operational tasks of organizational units. Manages projects to improve overall efficiency

Key Responsibilities

  • Directly supervise 1st shift housekeeping staff across multiple Workplace Services (WPS) locations within the Downtown Corning, NY area.
  • Oversee Laborer Operations for the Downtown Campus.
  • Manage daily Building and Grounds operations, including landscaping and snow removal.
  • Travel daily between locations (within a 1-mile radius).
  • Interact with customers daily to address their needs and ensure excellent service.
  • Manage hourly payroll, attendance, and compliance with plant rules and policies.
  • Supervise all housekeeping activities and maintain daily schedules, including special customer requests.
  • Coordinate with Building & Grounds vendors, including writing and managing purchase orders and developing scopes of work.
  • Define and support departmental objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Respond to and resolve facility needs during shifts, including maintenance and laborer operations.
  • Track team performance in collaboration with the audit team.
  • Control spending to maintain budgets for housekeeping, laborer, and Building & Grounds operations.
  • Ensure completion of all training requirements for employees, including safety training.
  • Attend daily meetings to prioritize tasks and provide updates on ongoing activities.
  • Address personnel issues at the first level and apply the discipline process as necessary.
  • Participate in Workplace Services projects as required

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Office.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Previous supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
  • 5+ years of experience in facilities, plant, or manufacturing environments.
  • Hands-on leadership style.
  • Familiarity with Corning-specific union/management processes.
  • Knowledge of CMMS Maximo System, Kronos payroll systems, and True Blue software.
  • Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization

 

Work Schedule

  • Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday).
  • Overtime and on-call rotations required per WPS schedule.
  • Occasional weekend coverage as needed.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $82,426.00 - $113,337.00 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.


Nearest Major Market: Corning

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