Administrative Assistant
Date: Jul 28, 2025
Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 70000
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
Scope of Position
Provide administrative support to Business Technology Director (BTD), staff, and development department.
Key Responsibilities
Calendar management for BTD/staff; assist with other department calendars as needed
Travel arrangements to include international/domestic, as well as processing visa/passport requests, work closely with CIBT to ensure document processing goes smooth
P-card and e-Procurement purchase requisition ordering/tracking
Create/Distribute communications to organization on behalf of Director
Create agenda and manage calendar for Weekly Staff Meetings and Department Meetings, facilitate meetings when needed
Provide monthly IP stats and safety stats to BTD and Executive office
Provide logistic and meeting support for relevant technology exchanges, facilitate meeting when needed
Provide logistic and meeting support for annual Business Technology Review (rehearsals, presentations, posters) working closely with SP Events Team
Space Planning tracking and support working closely with Space Planning coordinator and BTD
Work closely with HR to onboard new employees and contractors and assist with logistics/tours for customer visits
Provide Etad maintenance for department
Work closely with people across all organizational levels and support groups to include Customer Service, Facilities, Trades and Events Team
Work effectively as an individual, as well as a team player
Support project leaders and scientists with procurement of materials and equipment
Participate/lead other department initiatives (e.g., culture improvement teams)
Be "first adopter" to test drive new technologies and processes and provide feedback on improvements prior to deployment to larger organization
Additional Responsibilities
Assist Recruiting Department with scheduling interviews with BTD/staff members; meet and escort candidates as needed
Work closely with HR to onboard new employees and contractors
Provide updates for department organization charts, phone lists, department in/out board, mail slots and bulletin boards as needed
Maintain email distribution lists for organization
Provide Etad maintenance for department
Assist logistics/tours for customer visits
Coordinate department summer and holiday events/activities
Work closely with several administrative teams
Work closely with people across all organizational levels and support groups to include Customer Service, Facilities, Trades and Events Team
Work effectively as an individual, as well as a team player
Support project leaders and scientists with procurement of materials and equipment
Participate/lead other department initiatives (e.g., culture improvement teams)
Be "first adopter" to test drive new technologies and processes and provide feedback on improvements prior to deployment to larger organization
Experiences/Education - Required
2-3 years previous experience as Director level administrative aide
Able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
Detail oriented; able to multitask and prioritize tasks
MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Concur expense report processing/approvals
PeopleSoft e-Procurement
Knowledge of phone and video conferencing system
Flexible & Courteous
Team player
Experiences/Education - Desired
Prior experience with Corning Incorporated
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Science & Technology experience
Consistency and continuity of performance
Working knowledge of, Teams, ETAD, Space Planning, S.P.I.T.S., Concur, and SharePoint (internal Corning systems)
Eager to take on "additional" responsibilities when requested
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.
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