Manufacturing Communications Lead - Biz & Ops

Corning, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 131,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Bonuses

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Manufacturing Communications Manager to partner with Optical Communications’ business units and lead global internal communications. You will craft executive messages, develop strategic narratives, and manage cross-functional programs to inform, inspire, and engage diverse audiences worldwide.

You will report to the Director of Communications and drive visibility for key initiatives, quarterly updates, and crisis communications while guiding plant-level communications and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience working on business communications for a large organization.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint.
• Project management experience with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Work with the global business communications manager to develop and execute communications strategies to align business units around business goals and objectives.
• Research, conduct interviews, write, edit, and post compelling content in multiple formats for various vehicles.
• Work as part of the COC Communications team on strategic narratives and building corporate brand and reputation.
• Assist in communication of strategies and business priorities from executive leaders, including the development of email messages, video scripts, talking points, Q&A, and speeches.
• Provide support or management of internal meetings and conferences, including quarterly business updates, event planning and logistics.
• Provide facility-specific communications counsel to plant managers and other members of the organization’s operational facilities.
• Ensure that internal communications messages are consistent across all mediums and for different businesses, functions, and geographies of the organization.
• Assist in the dissemination of information to internal audiences during crisis situations.
• Work cross-functionally with internal business partners, special project teams, and employee groups to serve as a resource and subject matter expert to develop and deliver effective communications.
• Measure effectiveness of communications efforts and offer solutions for improvements and optimizations.
• Develop and maintain Communications “best practice” processes and guidelines.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Communications strategy

Writing skills

Project management

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Corning is seeking a Manufacturing Communications Manager to partner with Optical Communications’ business units and lead global internal communications. You will craft executive messages, develop strategic narratives, and manage cross-functional programs to inform, inspire, and engage diverse audiences worldwide.

You will report to the Director of Communications and drive visibility for key initiatives, quarterly updates, and crisis communications while guiding plant-level communications and