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HR Specialist, Fairport

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Date: Nov 6, 2026

Location: Fairport, NY, US, 14450

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 79428

 

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

  • Fairport HR is responsible for 358 manufacturing personnel + another 60 DE + other support staff roughly adding up to 425.
  • Provide additional HR support to standing HRM for sheer volume of employee relations matters, leaves of absences, hiring challenges, and staffing (all primarily for hourly and contingent labor).
  • Partner with plant leaders and HRM on objectives and initiatives to the business strategy

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive positive employee relations to maintain union free environment
  • Serve as the HR point of contact for 4-5 of the 9 departments in Fairport
  • Ensure compliance with Corning’s Code of Conduct and Corning Values, as well as monitoring and upholding Fairport Plant Policies and Work Rules (i.e. attendance)
  • Take ownership and/or support HR initiatives that vary from corporate, division, plant projects
  • Support Fairport HR Greenbelt Projects, support and lead V2A strategy and initiatives, lead hourly PDR and ASR processes
  • Support and at time lead site hiring and onboarding processes
  • First responder on all things talent/people related and work closely with HRM on findings

Experiences/Education - Required

  • A minimum of 2 years of HR experience, manufacturing environment experience; preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field, focus on Human Resources Management or Industrial/Labor relations preferred. Master’s degree and HR certification, a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills for all layers of the organization
  • Ability to lead and promote change and continuous improvement
  • Ability to multi-task daily tactical items with strategic short, medium, and long-term initiatives
  • Self-starter, eager to learn

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen
  • Strong Project Management
  • Strong investigative skills - understands and applies due process

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

 

The range for this position is $67,200.00 - $92,400.00 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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