HR Manager, Technology COC

Requisition Number: 76160   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.   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. Role Purpose

This role serves as the primary Human Resources Business Partner for a global client group within the COC Technology organization, supporting approximately 150 or more employees. This role partners closely with business leaders and employees to align people strategies with business objectives, provide end-to-end HR support, and help build a high-performing, engaged organization. The role has full HR Business Partner responsibility for the client group and partners on a wide range of strategic and operational HR initiatives, including compensation, job architecture, employee development, talent management, hiring, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and change management. Key Responsibilities

Serve as the lead HR Business Partner for an assigned COC Technology client group of approximately 150 or more employees, providing proactive HR consultation and support

Partner with business leaders to align talent and organization strategies with business priorities, including workforce planning, organizational design, and change management Use data, trends, and business insight to identify workforce opportunities and risks and recommend practical HR solutions that support performance and engagement Partner on talent acquisition strategies and activities to attract, assess, and onboard talent Drive talent management processes, including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and development planning Support employee development initiatives and help leaders identify actions to strengthen capability, readiness, and long-term talent pipelines Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and employees on employee relations matters, performance concerns, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable work environment through consistent application of HR practices and thoughtful partnership with leadership Support investigations, corrective actions, and sensitive employee issues with sound judgment, confidentiality, and appropriate risk management Partner with Compensation and other HR Centers of Excellence on pay decisions, market considerations, annual salary review, incentive planning, and internal equity Support job architecture and organization design efforts by helping define roles, clarify work, and align