Learning & Development Manager U.S., COC

Requisition Number: 73977

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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, automotive, and solar 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
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

This position will be responsible for the execution of a training strategy for the Corning Optical Communications (COC). The execution will include conducting needs assessments and defining the best approach to coordinate, consolidate, prepare, and deliver learning solutions to employees in the most effective and efficient way. Critical to success in this role will be the ability to influence and manage across COC to establish consistent frameworks that ensure robust learning solutions. This individual must be creative, influential, and able to balance many priorities and deliverables while demonstrating the highest levels of personal integrity and drive.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert, advisor, and learning program support for non-manufacturing teams within the Optical Communications MAP supporting North America.
• Work closely with HR and business leadership to define critical ongoing talent and learning initiatives.
• Work directly with the leadership and BUHR to understand the key business requirements and objectives.
• Assess organizational readiness; understand key skills required, knowledge gaps, assist teams in developing resources to address requirements.
• Leverage existing systems to deploy tools and processes that advance capabilities.
• Support new hire orientation (onboarding) and training program that will deliver essential COC learning materials to all newly hired employees to better understand the organization, business, and products.
• Create and define key metrics, manage training dashboards and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the programs and closely coordinate on all aspects with stakeholders.
• Stay current in learning and development best practices, benchmarks, and social media trends, both internal and external to Corning.
• Design and deliver scalable training solutions to support COC MAP U.S.-focused businesses, utilizing eLearning and other technical training platforms. Establish and maintain a network of adjunct facilitators and contractors to enable effective training deployment across COC MAP

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree required; business or technical field preferred
• 5–7 years of experience in learning and development
• 3–5 years of sales training or sales‑related experience preferred
• Proven experience leading projects, teams, and supervisory activities Strong ability to influence and collaborate with individuals who are not direct reports
• Track record of success in high‑performing, fast‑paced, people‑focused organizations
• Demonstrated ability to drive business results through effective skills‑based training solutions
• Skilled at building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Expertise in designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive training plans and learning solutions
• Excellent leadership, communication, change management, and project management skills
• Strong program development, prioritization, and evaluation capabilities
• Ability to build and maintain cross‑functional partnerships across businesses and functions
• Capable of managing multiple complex administrative processes simultaneously
• Knowledgeable in learning management systems and related technologies
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and virtual/e‑learning tools
• Able to work effectively across Corning Optical Communications organizational lines to achieve shared goals
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently, lead peer teams, and collaborate as a contributing team member based on organizational needs

Hours of Work

• Standard working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., though flexibility is required to support U.S.-based programs, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Travel will be required, project travel is >25%

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $105,424.00 - $144,958.00 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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected] .