Job Description

Requisition Number: 70000

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, and automotive 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 

Scope of Position

Provide administrative support to Business Technology Director (BTD), staff, and development department.

Key Responsibilities

•    Calendar management for BTD/staff; assist with other department calendars as needed
•    Travel arrangements to include international/domestic, as well as processing visa/passport requests, work closely with CIBT to ensure document processing goes smooth
•    P-card and e-Procurement purchase requisition ordering/tracking
•    Create/Distribute communications to organization on behalf of Director
•    Create agenda and manage calendar for Weekly Staff Meetings and Department Meetings, facilitate meetings when needed
•    Provide monthly IP stats and safety stats to BTD and Executive office 
•    Provide logistic and meeting support for relevant technology exchanges, facilitate meeting when needed
•    Provide logistic and meeting support for annual Business Technology Review (rehearsals, presentations, posters) working closely with SP Events Team
•    Space Planning tracking and support working closely with Space Planning coordinator and BTD
•    Work closely with HR to onboard new employees and contractors and assist with logistics/tours for customer visits
•    Provide Etad maintenance for department
•    Work closely with people across all organizational levels and support groups to include Customer Service, Facilities, Trades and Events Team
•    Work effectively as an individual, as well as a team player
•    Support project leaders and scientists with procurement of materials and equipment
•    Participate/lead other department initiatives (e.g., culture improvement teams)
•    Be “first adopter” to test drive new technologies and processes and provide feedback on improvements prior to deployment to larger organization

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist Recruiting Department with scheduling interviews with BTD/staff members; meet  and escort candidates as needed
• Work closely with HR to onboard new employees and contractors
• Provide updates for department organization charts, phone lists, department in/out board, mail slots and bulletin boards as needed
• Maintain email distribution lists for organization
• Provide Etad maintenance for department
• Assist logistics/tours for customer visits
• Coordinate department summer and holiday events/activities
• Work closely with several administrative teams
• Work closely with people across all organizational levels and support groups to include  Customer Service, Facilities, Trades and Events Team
• Work effectively as an individual, as well as a team player
• Support project leaders and scientists with procurement of materials and equipment
• Participate/lead other department initiatives (e.g., culture improvement teams)
• Be “first adopter” to test drive new technologies and processes and provide feedback on improvements prior to deployment to larger organization

Experiences/Education - Required

• 2-3 years previous experience as Director level administrative aide
• Able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Detail oriented; able to multitask and prioritize tasks
• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Concur expense report processing/approvals
• PeopleSoft e-Procurement
• Knowledge of phone and video conferencing system
• Flexible & Courteous
• Team player

Experiences/Education - Desired

•    Prior experience with Corning Incorporated
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills
•    Science & Technology experience
•    Consistency and continuity of performance
•    Working knowledge of, Teams, ETAD, Space Planning, S.P.I.T.S., Concur, and SharePoint (internal Corning systems)
•    Eager to take on “additional” responsibilities when requested

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $60,570.00 - $83,285.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• 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.     
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .

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