Requisition Number: 77050
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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Overview
Corning Incorporated is seeking a Program Leader to support the Corning Optical Rotation Engineering (CORE) Program — a key pipeline for developing technical talent across Corning Optical Communications (COC) Technology, Manufacturing, and Engineering in the United States.
Primary Day-to-Day Responsibillities
- Manage cross-functional program logistics, communications, meetings, and events to deliver the goals of the CORE Program on schedule and within budget
- Prepare presentations, reports, and program summaries to monitor and communicate CORE Program status to leadership and key stakeholders
- Manage program documentation including rotation schedules, learning plans, meeting minutes, and recruiting materials
- Coordinate program calendars and maintain proactive organization across all CORE Program activities
- Interface directly with CORE candidates, Talent Acquisition, finance, and division leaders to support program delivery
- Assist with continuous improvement projects as identified or assigned by the CORE Program Manager
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business or related field; equivalent work experience considered
- 3+ years of project leadership or program/administrative coordination experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and SharePoint
- Experience managing cross-functional program logistics, communications, and documentation in a corporate environment
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting a rotational, early-career, or talent development program
- Familiarity with new hire onboarding or talent acquisition processes
- Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, or program dashboards
Skills/Competencies
- Manages competing priorities and shifting schedules to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
- Communicates clearly and professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Operates with a proactive, anticipatory approach — identifying needs and taking initiative before being asked
- Exercises sound judgment in ambiguous or time-sensitive situations with minimal supervision
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $75,902.00 - $104,366.00 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.
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- 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.
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