HR Manager

HR Manager

Date: Jul 22, 2026

Location: Oneonta, NY, US, 13820

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76023

**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. 

The global Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Corning's competitive differentiator in the global marketplace.

HR provides service offerings that align solutions to business challenges by ensuring the programs are Effective, Efficient, Global, Scaleable, and Repeatable. Corning’s Values are operationalized by the HR Function through the facilitation of Talent Management offerings, as well as programs and processes that aid in making Corning’s Values visible.

Role Purpose

As the Plant HR Manager, you cultivate and maintain a positive work environment and operate as “One Corning” in support of Corning’s Values while providing optimal level of HR service and delivery in support of business goals and objectives. You will partner closely with plant, division, and corporate leadership on key initiatives while ensuring compliance to legal and regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead labor relations for a 175-employee union workforce, including grievances, CBA support, and compliance

• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and maintain a strong plant-floor presence

• Address employee concerns, disputes, and conflicts quickly and effectively

• Oversee recruiting, hiring, and onboarding to ensure strong staffing levels

• Partner with hiring managers to define needs and attract qualified talent

• Ensure hiring practices align with union agreements and company policies

• Promote compliance training and support talent development and succession planning

• Guide performance management, employee development, and corrective action

• Support employee recognition and engagement efforts

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and maintain accurate HR records and reporting

• Partner with plant leadership to align HR priorities with business goals

• Analyze HR trends and recommend process and policy improvements

• Partner with Division HR to support retention, standardization, and shared services

• Serve as the plant’s HR voice and coach leaders to foster a positive work environment

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelors degree in in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, Psychology or Labor Relations

• Able to operate independently and drive all aspects of the HR role for the plant

• Advanced data analysis and computer skills

• HR service orientation with a strong ability and passion for balancing the needs of the company, business, and our employees

• Expert level communication skills

• Able to develop and deploy HR initiatives

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Minimum 2 years’ progressive experience in the HR function

• Manufacturing and union/labor relations experience

• Greenbelt certification

• First line supervisor experience

• Successful track record in the deployment of global processes or program

• Experience leading quality, training, safety, and security programs or projects

• Work experience in designing and implementing effective organization structures and work processes that improve the plant ability to achieve desired results-product start up, expansion, or mature business optimization

• Business and financial acumen

• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and ability to quickly interpret, apply, and administer policies and procedures

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $105,424.00 - $144,958.00 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.

Nearest Major Market: Oneonta