HR Generalist
Apply now »Date: May 20, 2026
Location: Dongguan, GD, CN, 523430
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 75179
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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.
Role Purpose
Rresponsible for supporting the daily operations of the HR department, including recruitment assistance, employee relations management, training coordination, HR data maintenance, performance management, ensuring the efficient execution of HR processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruitment:
- Responsible for plant recruitment: posting job advertisements, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conduct interviews, etc.;
- Communicate interview details and related processes with venders or candidates to ensure a smooth recruitment experience;
- Support the preparation and organization of recruitment data and reports.
- Employee Relations Management:
- Take charge of employee onboarding, termination and position changes;
- Update and maintain employee records and HR information systems to ensure accuracy and completeness;
- Address daily inquiries from employees and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
- Training and Development Support:
- Assist in organizing and coordinating internal training sessions, including sending notifications, reserving venues, and managing attendance;
- Lead plant talent development programs to support plant talent capability development;
- Maintain training records, update training files, and collect employee feedback;
- Help create training materials and related reports.
- Compensation and Benefits Assistance:
- Support the collection and forwarding of data for payroll calculations, such as incentives, position allowances, etc;
- Provide basic assistance with payroll-related tasks.
- Probation and Performance Management:
- Assist in tracking probation periods, coordinating evaluations, and preparing relevant documentation to ensure timely and accurate completion of the probation process.
- Support the performance review process by organizing meetings, collecting feedback, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Employee Support:
- Address employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
- Provide support in resolving employee concerns or escalate issues as needed.
- HR Projects and Initiatives:
- Assist in organizing training programs, employee engagement activities, and company events.
- Support the preparation of HR reports and tracking of key metrics.
- Compliance Support:
- Ensure HR processes comply with company policies and legal regulations.
- Help update and communicate HR policies as required.
- Other:
- Other work assigned by HR Consultant / Generalist / HRM
Experiences/Education - Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
- Previous HR-related experience is an advantage.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HR software systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Basic knowledge of labor laws and HR practices is a plus.
Experiences/Education - Desired
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.