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Position Overview:

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in materials science! For more than 160 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed people’s lives.

Corning Incorporated focuses on building a diverse global workforce where differences are celebrated, and employees feel safe bringing their “whole selves” to work. Our Diversity Network hosts 18 active and distinctive Employee Resource Groups. Employees have access to Allyship resources, podcasts, an internal video channel, digital learning series and trainings, all focused on building and celebrating global diversity and inclusion. Corning has been recognized as a leader in this regard and has been consistently recognized as a national employer of choice.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the execution and implementation of environmental programs globally for Corning – supporting approximately 100 manufacturing sites in 34 countries. Includes oversight and management of environmental staff (approximately 8 people across Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific regions).
• Deep technical expertise in environmental regulations, compliance assurance, auditing, mergers/acquisitions and divestitures. Expertise includes, but is not limited to air, water, waste, dangerous goods and remediation matters.
• Oversee implementation of various environmental sustainability programs, including the implementation of air, water and waste goals, and facility environmental management systems (ISO 14001 systems).
• Manage and/or supporting multiple new and facility expansion projects with regards to environmental permitting and compliance.
• Collaborate with federal, national, state and local government agencies, domestic and international, relating to environmental matters.
• Architect in the development and driving of environmental policies and engagement across the organization, in concert with the functions described above.

Travel Requirements:

• We estimate travel at 25% – 50%, domestic and international.

Required Education and Years of Experience:

• BS or MS in Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience and 10+ years of manufacturing and consulting experience
• PE License Preferred

Required Skills:

• Deep environmental experience within Industry, consulting, or equivalent
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Strong environmental technical skills associated with environmental matters (air, water, waste, remediation and dangerous goods)
• Project management experience
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively

Desired Skills:

• Certified Black Belt
• Experience with risk and statistical analysis
• Ability to communicate across diverse communities (senior leadership, workforce, educational, regulatory, commercial, etc.)
• Ability to motivate others toward a desired vision, drive change and long-lasting enthusiasm