Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources GeneralistThe Human Resources Generalist provides front-line HR support for manufacturing operations. This role partners with employees, supervisors, managers, and plant leadership to support employee relations, staffing, onboarding, compliance, workforce administration, employee engagement, and HR reporting. As an entry-level salaried role, the position is designed to build broad HR capability while providing responsive, visible support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesEmployee Relations: Supports employees with HR questions, workplace concerns, investigations, and performance issues Helps promote engagement, communication, and moraleWorkforce Administration: Manages employee changes, staffing records, attendance tracking, and return-to-work support Provides HR coverage across shifts and departmentsRecruiting and Onboarding: Assists with recruiting activities, candidate coordination, and new hire onboardingCompliance and Records: Supports HR compliance, documentation, audits, and confidential recordkeepingSafety and Accommodations: Assists with workplace incident follow-up, safety support, accommodations, and return-to-work processesHR Projects: Contributes to employee events, process improvements, and HR program implementationExperiences/Education - Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, Engineering, or related field. 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources, employee support, recruiting, administration, leadership, customer service, or manufacturing support. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn HR systems and reporting tools. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information. Willingness and ability to work a second-shift scheduleExperiences/Education - Desired: HR internship, co-op, or early-career manufacturing HR experience. Experience supporting hourly employees or multi-shift operations. Exposure to employee relations, recruiting, attendance administration, leave coordination, or HR compliance. SHRM-CP or PHR certification, or interest in pursuing HR certification.This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $63,000.00 - $86,625.00 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 click.appcast.io.