HR Specialist

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Date: Jun 25, 2026

Location: Hefei, AH, CN, 230011

Company: Corning

Key Responsibilities

Talent Development & Pipeline
•    Lead talent identification and development programs to ensure a robust talent pipeline across functions and plants, supporting organizational growth and future needs.
•    Drive succession planning and career development initiatives, partner with leaders to create tailored development plans for high-potential employees.
•    Support cross-functional and cross-plant talent mobility, and coordinate participation in regional or global talent management projects.
Value Promotion & HR Project Delivery
•    Promote the company’s values and foster a strong organizational culture by actively delivering and participating in HR projects, including company-wide and cross-plant initiatives.
•    Collaborate with various business functions and locations to implement HR programs that support organizational strategy and business goals.
•    Serve as an HR project leader or team member on transformational HR initiatives.
Employee Relations
•    Serve as a trusted resource for employee inquiries, delivering prompt, effective solutions to HR-related matters and fostering a supportive work environment.
•    Maintain proactive and open channels of communication with employees at all levels to promote engagement, well-being, and a positive workplace culture.
Recruitment Support
•    Execute efficient and effective recruitment processes in collaboration with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition team and ensure strong candidate experience.
HR Data and Records Management
•    Work closely with HRSS to provide accurate and timely information during data exchanges.
•    Generate reports and support data analysis for HR metrics, contributing to informed decision-making.
Policy and Compliance Support
•    Assist in the implementation of HR policies, ensuring alignment with labor laws and company regulations.
•    Support government reporting and compliance filings to maintain regulatory adherence.

Education & Experience:
•    Minimum 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multi-plant environment, Experience working as a business partner with leadership teams is strongly preferred.
•    Demonstrated experience in talent development, succession planning, and facilitating cross-functional/cross-plant talent mobility.
•    Proven track record in delivering and supporting HR projects, including cross-functional or organizational-wide initiatives.
•    Solid experience managing employee relations, fostering a positive work culture, and providing HR guidance at various organizational levels.
•    Strong background in HR data management, report generation, and supporting data-driven decision-making.
•    In-depth understanding of local labor laws and compliance requirements, with prior involvement in policy implementation and government reporting.
•    Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field required.
•    Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR, CIPD) is a plus.
•    Proficient in MS Office and HR Information Systems; experience with regional or global HRIS platforms preferred.
•    Fluency in English, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Strong talent management and development skills, including succession planning and cross-functional talent mobility
  • Proven ability to manage and deliver HR projects, both within and across plants/functions
  • Excellent interpersonal and employee relations skills, with a focus on building a positive workplace culture
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to partner with leaders and engage employees at all levelsSolid recruitment experience and a commitment to providing a positive candidate experience 
  • Strong analytical skills, with experience in HR data management, reporting, and supporting data-driven decisions
  • In-depth knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and HR policies.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Functional understanding of SAP/ people soft systems.
  • Green Belt certification is preferred.

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