EHS Specialist

Corning; California; On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

Pension plan

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Corning is seeking an EHS Specialist to drive the site EHS strategy and manage Gensuite modules. You will coach teams, coordinate environmental compliance efforts, and lead safety initiatives across operations, engineering and maintenance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of EHS experience, with OSHA knowledge and strong communication skills. Occasional after-hours support may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent EHS experience.
• 1–3 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or similarly regulated environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Strong systems administration, data quality, documentation, organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to translate EHS requirements into practical actions for teams.
• Effective facilitation, coaching, training, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in office and manufacturing environments and wear PPE.
• Occasional off-shift or after-hours availability for incidents or audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of EHS Gensuite modules (user access, configuration, workflows, dashboards, tracking).
• Train end users, create job aids, provide EHS metrics and trend reporting to leadership.
• Coordinate implementation and sustainment of the GSS framework and EHS system requirements.
• Coordinate self-assessments, audits, and corrective-action follow-ups based on risk.
• Support annual site EHS strategy, objectives, and leading-indicator activities.
• Assist with risk assessments, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and training.
• Support environmental compliance programs for waste, air, stormwater, and spill prevention.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready EHS records.
• Lead site safety team activities and communications.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Data quality & documentation

Training & coaching

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

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.

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

The EHS Specialist supports the site EHS strategy and day-to-day operation of the EHS management system. The role serves as lead site administrator for EHS-related Gensuite modules, coordinates and coaches implementation of the Global Safety Standards (GSS) framework, supports environmental compliance and leads employee safety teams, partnering across Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to strengthen ownership and sustain compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead administration of EHS Gensuite modules, including user access, system configuration, workflows, dashboards, and accurate tracking of actions, audits, incidents, inspections, risk reviews, and compliance obligations.
• Train end users, develop job aids, and provide EHS metrics, trend reporting, and updates to site and division leadership.
• Coordinate implementation and sustainment of the GSS framework and EHS management system requirements; coach Element Owners and subject matter experts on gap assessments, program development, requirements, and evidence of execution.
• Coordinate self-assessments, audits, and corrective-action follow-up, prioritizing work based on risk and compliance significance.
• Support execution of the annual site EHS strategy, objectives, and leading-indicator activities.
• Assist with risk assessments, management of change, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, training, inspections, emergency preparedness, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, machine safety, and contractor safety.
• Support environmental compliance programs for waste, air, stormwater, and spill prevention, including inspections, compliance calendars, reporting inputs, waste profiles, manifests, Land Disposal Restriction records, and vendor coordination.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready environmental and EHS records.
• Lead site safety team activities, including meeting schedules, agendas, action tracking, and communication of outcomes.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent EHS experience will also be considered.
• 1–3 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or similarly regulated environment (will consider academic or internship experience)
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong systems administration, data-quality, documentation, organization, and follow-through skills, with the ability to manage multiple cross-functional priorities.
• Ability to translate EHS requirements into clear, practical actions for program owners and frontline teams.
• Effective facilitation, coaching, training, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including routinely walking production areas, climbing stairs and ladders, and wearing required PPE.
• Availability to provide occasional off-shift or after-hours support for incidents, audits, or regulatory activities.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience administering Gensuite or a comparable EHS management information system.
• Experience supporting a corporate EHS standards framework or leading employee safety teams.
• Experience with environmental compliance programs and regulated waste management.
• ASP, CHMM or related credential (or progress toward); OSHA 30-Hour or RCRA/DOT hazardous materials training.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $64,243.00 - $88,334.00 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].