HRLDP Specialist

About the role

Corning’s Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is a three‑year, rotational program designed to develop future HR leaders. Participants rotate through Business Unit HR (BUHR) generalist assignments, plant‑based HR support, and Center of Excellence (COE) groups, gaining broad exposure to Corning’s global business segments. The program includes onboarding workshops, mentorship, leadership and functional training, and interaction with senior business leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Unit HR (BUHR) Specialist
  • Deploy hiring processes effectively.
  • Educate plant leadership on union contracts and local/state employment law to ensure compliance.
  • Manage and mitigate employee grievances, fostering open forums for discussion and resolution.
  li>Coach and counsel business/plant management on leadership and management practices to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Resolve employee relations issues fairly and consistently while supporting business efficiency.
  • Own HR initiatives such as attendance tracking, training, and communications.
  • Track and document employment issues and requests (e.g., FMLA, workers’ compensation) for procedural and legislative purposes.
  • Implement risk‑management policies to ensure compliance with safety requirements and employment laws.
• Center of Excellence (COE) Specialist
  • Implement COE programs, processes, and policies in compliance with legal and regulatory standards, aligning them with Corning Values.
  • Research external market practices to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Gather and analyze data on COE program performance, creating reports and presentations as needed.
  • Recommend standardization of COE programs to reduce administrative complexity and costs.
  • Collaborate with BUHR partners and other COEs to integrate business‑relevant programs and systems.
  • Interact with vendors per service‑level agreements to maximize outsourced service delivery.

Requirements

• Three‑year commitment to the rotational program.
• Willingness to relocate within the United States for annual rotations.
• Master’s degree in Industrial‑Labor Relations (ILR) or Human Resources Management (HRM). Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or equivalent may be considered.

Competencies

• Persuasion and influence
• Organizational agility
• HR service orientation
• Technological savviness
• Consultative problem solving
• Project management
• Risk management
• Collaboration and networking
• Employee experience management

Preferred Background / Experience

• Work experience in manufacturing or other front‑line settings (HR or non‑HR).
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and using data to improve processes or products.
• Experience deploying HR business processes or programs.
• Knowledge of employment laws and policies.

Pay

The salary range for this full‑time position is $67,200 – $92,400. Starting pay will be determined based on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

Corning offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
• Matching contributions to a 401(k) plan, with total retirement contributions ranging from 7 % to 12 % of pay, depending on age and service.
• Health and well‑being benefits: medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family‑building support, fitness programs, company‑paid life insurance, disability coverage, disease‑management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives tied to business performance.
• Recognition program to celebrate and reward exceptional contributions.