Admin Assistant/HR Coordinator
Date: Nov 20, 2025
Location: Manassas, VA, US, 20109
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 72079
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As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning's Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.
Role Purpose
This position oversees plant administration, coordinates training and HR activities, and ensures compliance with legal requirements. The role involves managing HR programs, processes, and policies, promoting Corning Values, and fostering a positive work environment. Responsibilities include handling administrative tasks to support the site, maintaining training records, aligning training systems with job requirements, and managing human resources processes and systems. Ensuring data integrity in training and HR systems is crucial. The position also involves providing weekly performance reports to assist the Plant Leadership Team (PLT) in measuring plant performance and implementing key programs and projects.
Key Responsibilities
Administer training information in the training system and provide reports to supervisors and plant leadership as required.
Monitor training compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure adequate training levels before SOP implementation.
Coordinate new hire orientation and collect necessary documentation.
Update and maintain data integrity in training and HR systems to ensure accuracy.
Gather and analyze program and training data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Review and audit processes, making recommendations for improvements.
Provide badging and visitor support. Order and replenish office supplies.
Provide administrative support to the plant manager and staff, including executive visit coordination, visitor management, presentation preparation, and group visits/tours.
Coordinate facility activities such as training events, plant visits, celebrations, and service award events.
Prepare and analyze various data reports related to financial headcount, recognition reporting, time to fill openings, plant service, annual staffing, etc.
Serve as the HR/Payroll administrator for non-exempt and hourly employees, overseeing the Kronos system, processing payroll for facility, auditing employee time and attendance, supervisor training, and monitoring holiday and shift patterns for accuracy.
Develop plant communication and training calendars and share them with the organization.
Act as primary point of contact for employees' general inquiries/requests.
Recommend areas for standardization of HR programs, processes, and policies to streamline administration and reduce costs.
Analyze and report on data within HR systems. Assign appropriate confidentiality levels to materials and ensure compliance.
Interact with external contacts in addition to maintaining internal customer relations.
Experiences/Education - Required
Associate's degree in Business, General Administration, or a related field is required; a Bachelor's degree (BS) is preferred.
3-5 years of experience in high-level administrative roles, coordination, HR administration, or related areas
Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to effectively use tools such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and enterprise systems like PeopleSoft, SAP, and KRONOS.
Proven success in providing administrative support to teams or managers, with experience in a plant environment preferred.
Strong focus on accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, from executives to frontline employees.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Experiences/Education - Desired
Exhibits a high level of integrity and candor, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and a commitment to delivering excellent service.
Capable of prioritizing tasks, managing time effectively, and ensuring timely completion of work.
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Displays a positive attitude, initiative, and a willingness to support others.
Eager to learn and inquisitive, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can adjust to changing priorities.
Maintains professionalism when interacting with employees at 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.
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 aspirations, and career from day one.
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.
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: Washington DC
