BU/Plant HR Specialist

Role Purpose

The HR Consultant supports the Plant HR team to ensure that the plant establishes and maintains a positive work environment and operates as “One Corning” in support of Corning’s values and proactively addressing employee concerns, fostering open communication, and promoting a culture of respect and inclusivity. Assists in successful implementation of global HR business processes within the plant. 

Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership for specific HR initiatives that support the effective operations of the organization by developing and/or delivering HR programs (e.g. training, communications).
• Identifies employee value proposition issues affecting turnover and works with Plant HR Manager to identify actions for improvement.
• Partners with leadership to develop and execute action plans that improve engagement, communication, and overall organizational effectiveness.
• Establishes and maintains a presence on the plant floor to keep a read on the pulse of the organization.
• Manages and mitigates employee concerns by ensuring supervisors and leadership are creating an open forum for discussion and resolution of plant issues.
• Resolves employee relations issues in a fair and consistent manner that protects the needs of the plant to operate in an effective and efficient manner.
• Coaches and counsels plant management in development and demonstration of leadership and management practices required to establish and maintain a positive work environment.
• Utilizes employee feedback to drive continuous improvement in employee retention and engagement.
• Leads initiatives that enhance the employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee involvement, and recognition.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree (Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or Labor Relations preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience (generalist/specialist, manufacturing experience preferred)
• Successful track record in the deployment of global HR business processes or programs.
• Knowledge of employment laws and policies.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, processes, and employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing HR documents, records, and data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS software.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, handle sensitive situations, and build relationships with employees at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to HR administration and recordkeeping.

Required Skills

• Strong listening skills
• Able to deliver difficult feedback
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict
• Able to influence and to confidently make decisions and recommendations
• Able to lead meetings that involve stakeholders at all levels of the organization