Job Description

Requisition Number: 69432

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 

Role Purpose

The Administrative Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities for the Operations Team. They will provide comprehensive administrative support, coordinate schedules, manage records, and assist with project-related tasks. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment, and works independently while fostering teamwork and collaboration across departments.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to the Operations Team.
• Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets, graphs, and other documentation as required.
  Maintain accurate filing systems (physical and digital) for operational records.

Scheduling & Coordination

• Manage calendars for team members; schedule meetings and appointments.
• Coordinate logistics for internal meetings and external events, including booking conference rooms, venues, and catering.
• Assist with travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between departments to ensure smooth communication within the organization.
• Liaison with HR and FTW Manager to coordinate union technician resource needs for the Technology Community, including onboarding and assignment tracking.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from internal staff or external stakeholders via email or phone.
• Relay messages accurately and maintain confidentiality when necessary.

Operational & Project Support

• Track key metrics related to operations processes; assist in compiling data for reporting purposes.
• Maintain quality documents and training records.
• Support department budgets and purchasing (POs, AR tracking, Pcard management), financial charge numbers, and month-end financial reviews.
• Assist with onboarding new workforce members, including preparing welcome packets and coordinating initial setup.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Education: AAS Degree or equivalent education.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in a related position.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Knowledge: Familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, purchasing systems (POs, Pcards), and basic finance (capital tracking, charge numbers).

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience creating reports, graphs, and presentations.
• Familiarity with purchasing systems and basic finance 
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve using available resources.
• Comfortable working across all levels of the organization.

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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