Tradeshow Project Facilitator

Corning•Corning, NY

53d•Onsite

About The Position

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 expectationsâ - not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,â 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, and automotive 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 Role Purpose Results-driven position with project management responsibility to plan and execute small to medium scale tradeshows, as well as support for internal events. Position will work with department manager and team members, as well as internal customers, staff groups, and external vendors. Support projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience
Effective project management skills with attention to detail
Excellent computer skills with focus on Microsoft 365. Ability to quickly learn other platforms
Prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently, while meeting deadlines
Professionally handle stressful situations
Manage customers' expectations and requests; be solutions oriented
High level of integrity and confidentiality
Execute as a high-performance individual contributor, while also being a team player
Interact professionally with varying levels leadership
Ability to stand / be on feet for extended periods of time
Lift up to 50 lbs and operate basic hand tools
8am - 5pm, M-F, when not onsite for a tradeshow. Extended workdays, weekends and holidays may be required
Candidate to be located in Corning, NY area or within an hour driving distance
Candidate will work daily from the Tradeshow location in Big Flats, NY, limited hybrid schedule can be discussed after 6 months
Must have a valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle
Domestic travel, amount determined by event calendar; expect travel for 1-4 tradeshows per year that average 4-7 consecutive days per show

Nice To Haves

Tradeshow or event planning experience preferred
Customer focused
Adapt to constant change, be flexible
Strong interpersonal skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Plan and execute small-to-medium scale tradeshows, while adhering to established policies and processes to meet customer requirements.
Responsible for overall planning, shipping, on-site execution, budget tracking, and post-show follow up, as well as contingency and risk assessment planning.
Construct/assemble tradeshow booths from modular properties for pre-show walkthroughs and when on-site. Ability to supervise others to do so, in accordance with local labor laws while on show site if necessary.
Support internal events and setups.
Be a key contributor for internal projects of varying complexities.
Contribute to department time tracking and metrics program to drive continuous improvement in process efficiency and effectiveness.
Utilize the Exhibit Force platform for inventory management when utilizing property for show use.
Support team members when necessary.
Develop professional working relationships with team, customer base and vendors.
Leverage department technology platforms (i.e. SharePoint, MSFT Teams, FORMS, OneDrive), for tradeshow and department assignments.
Identify and implement improvement opportunities.

Benefits

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.

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