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Date: Mar 31, 2026

Location: Painted Post, NY, US, 14870

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74126

 

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, automotive, and solar 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 
  • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

Assist with environmental assessments by collecting data, conducting field observations, and supporting the identification of potential compliance risks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of facility Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including ISO 14001, under the guidance of senior engineers
  • Monitor and summarize updates to environmental regulations, industry standards, and corporate guidance, and help communicate impacts to operating facilities
  • Help interpret environmental regulations and assist facilities with understanding compliance requirements
  • Compile, organize, and analyze environmental data to support reporting, tracking, and performance improvement initiatives
  • Support facilities in setting short-term (annual) and long-term (3–5 year) environmental improvement goals
  • Assist in developing and delivering environmental training and awareness materials for facility personnel
  • Support the preparation of environmental permits by gathering required data and documentation
  • Participate in regulatory and corporate inspections, audits, and due diligence activities as part of a team
  • Assist with incident investigations by helping identify root causes and supporting corrective and preventive action development
  • Provide support on environmental remediation projects by coordinating with internal teams and external consultants

Required Education

  • Required- BS degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
  • Foundational knowledge of environmental regulations (air, water, waste, and sustainability concepts)
  • Passed or intent to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, with interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure over time
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and technical writing skills

Desired Experiences

  • MS Degree preferred
  • Internship, co-op, research, or academic project experience related to environmental compliance, sustainability, or manufacturing
  • Familiarity with ISO 14001 or environmental management systems
  • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement concepts (Yellow or Green Belt a plus, but not required)
  • Experience working in team-based academic, research, or professional settings

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 


The range for this position is $64,243.00 - $88,334.00 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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