HR Consultant

HR Consultant

Date: Oct 8, 2024

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65240

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

The global Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Cornings 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.

Scope of the Position

Responsible for handling complex employee relations issues, ensuring legal compliance, and leading strategic HR initiatives. They manage sensitive investigations, oversee adherence to labor laws and company policies, and provide guidance on organizational development. The HR Consultant ensures the plant maintains a positive work environment by proactively addressing employee concerns, fostering open communication, and promoting a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

Effectively deploys hiring process for new team members.

Manages and mitigates employee concerns by ensuring supervisors and leadership are creating an open forum for discussion and resolution of plant issues.

Resolves employee relations issues in a fair and consistent manner that protects the needs of the plant to operate in an effective and efficient manner.

Educates plant leadership on local and state employment law to ensure compliance with contracts and applicable personnel management laws.

Coaches and counsels plant management in development and demonstration of leadership and management practices required to establish and maintain a positive work environment.

Educates employees on shared service and third party vendor capabilities to increase use and benefits of these services.

Takes ownership for specific HR initiatives that support the effective operations of the organization by developing and/or delivering HR programs (e.g., attendance tracking, training, communications).

Identifies employee value proposition issues affecting turnover and works with Plant HR Manager to identify actions for improvement.

Establishes and maintains a presence on the plant floor to keep a read on the pulse of the organization.

Implements appropriate risk management policies and procedures to ensure plant compliance with safety requirements and local, state, and federal employment laws.

Experiences/Education – Required

At least 2-4 years of HR experience (generalist/specialist).

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organization Development, labor relations or equivalent.

Master degree in related area and/or HR certifications a plus.

Experience resolving employees relations issues and conflicts.

Successful track record in the deployment of global HR business processes or programs.

Knowledge of employment laws and policies.

Hiring / selection experience with direct and indirect employees. Preference is that the candidate possess experience with direct labor recruiting.

Desired & Soft Skills

HR experience working in a manufacturing environment

Labor relations experience strongly desired

Experience with tracking FMLA, W/C, and DIS

Desire to maintain presence on the factory floor

Strong listening skills

Able to deliver difficult feedback

Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict

Able to influence and to confidently make decisions and recommendations

Able to lead meetings that involve stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Applied Six Sigma Lean or Kaizen experience

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $78,731.00 – $108,256.00 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.

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Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Saginaw