Administrative Systems Coordinator

Corning Incorporated; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & long-term incentives

Company-paid pension

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide proactive support to the TCP Leadership Team. You will manage calendars, schedule meetings, arrange domestic and international travel, prepare presentations, and maintain confidential documents with high accuracy.

You will also coordinate plant activities, support facilities, and handle mail, supplies, and approvals via DocuSign, contributing to smooth operations across the organization.

Qualifications

• AAS degree in business or equivalent work experience.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and smartphone technology.
• Experience supporting executives and coordinating travel and calendars.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedules, and meeting agendas for the TCP Leadership Team and related organizations.
• Coordinate plant administrative activities and staff events, including site-wide communications.
• Arrange complex domestic and international travel, visas, accommodations, and logistics.
• Prepare, edit, and maintain presentations, reports, and confidential documents with high accuracy.
• Maintain filing systems, contact lists, and conference room calendars; support new hires.
• Support plant operations by coordinating facility visits and office supplies within budget.
• Process mail, supply orders, and routing approval requests through DocuSign or Finance coordination.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Smartphone proficiency

Administrative support

Education

AAS degree in business or equivalent

Tools

DocuSign

Job description

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.

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

Provide administrative support to the TCP Leadership Team and their organizations in the business in an efficient, proactive, and quality manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedules, and meeting agendas, including coordinating appointments and meetings with internal teams, Corning stakeholders, external partners, customers, and visitors.
• Lead and coordinate plant administrative activities, including staff meetings, plant calendars, employee events, celebrations, and site-wide communications.
• Arrange complex domestic and international travel, including itineraries, agendas, visas, accommodations, and logistics for leaders, staff, customers, and visitors.
• Prepare, edit, and maintain presentations, reports, graphs, correspondence, and confidential or restricted documents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintain organized hard copy and electronic filing systems, updated contact and location lists, and conference room and workspace calendars, including setup changes for new hires and departures.
• Support plant operations by coordinating facility visits, managing office and breakroom supplies within budget, and partnering with facilities and cleaning staff to help maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked environment.
• Process administrative and financial support activities such as mail handling, post office box management, supply ordering, and routing appropriation requests for required corporate approvals through DocuSign or Finance coordination.

Education And Experience- Required

• AAS degree in a business-related area or equivalent work experience
• Efficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and smart phone technology

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in dynamic unstructured environment
• Ability to create effective administrative processes
• Accuracy of information
• Technical support for conference calls and/or arranging appropriate media support as needed
• Experience collaborating with IT executive support and running issues to completion
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships at all levels across a global organization, while building trust and respect

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $51,452.00 - $70,747.00 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 [e-mail].