Human Resources Specialist and Data Analytics- WCP

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, automotive, and solar 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 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

The Human Resources Specialist & Data Analytics plays a dual role in promoting a fair, compliant, and engaged workplace while leveraging HR data to drive insight-based decision-making. This role is responsible for supporting policy adherence, and conducting investigations, while also managing HR metrics, analyzing trends, and preparing reports and visual presentations for leadership.

Key Responsibilities

•    Manage employee data within the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and compliance during employee life cycle events including new hires, terminations, job changes, and pay adjustments
•    Collect, analyze, and interpret HR metrics (e.g., turnover trends, absenteeism, exit interview data).
•    Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor key HR indicators such as employee engagement, compliance trends, absenteeism, and attrition.
•    Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to  supervisors and employees on  workplace conflict, performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and policy compliance.
•    Present findings through visual storytelling (charts, graphs, executive summaries) to help inform leadership decisions and track the effectiveness.
•    Partner with HR Team to ensure data accuracy. 
•    Manage time and attendance for P&M employees
•    Conduct fair and thorough investigations into employee complaints (harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc.), and document findings in a professional, timely manner.
•    Collaborate with HR leadership and legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
•    Support and deliver training for leaders on topics like documentation, performance management, and employee conduct.
•    Maintain confidential records related to investigations, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
•    Support quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including compliance audits and diversity metrics.

Experiences/Education - Required

•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Analytics, or a related field required.
•    2-3 years of HR experience, including data analysis responsibilities.
•    Demonstrated ability to conduct workplace investigations and advise on employee relations matters.
•    Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, charts) and capable of using data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or HRIS analytics modules.
•    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior leadership.
•    Discretion, professionalism, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $67,200.00 - $92,400.00 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. 

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 View email address on corningjobs.corning.com .