Human Resources Generalist

Job Info

Job Identification: 116069

Job Category: Human Resources

Posting Date: 02/06/2026, 05:15 AM

Locations: 842 Norton Avenue, Barberton, OH, 44203, US (On-site)

Job Schedule: Full time

Export-Controlled Data: No

Job Summary: The Human Resources Generalist supports daily HR operations for Howmet Wheel Systems  Barberton campus, partnering closely with supervisors, employees, and plant leadership. This role focuses on employee relations, recruiting support, onboarding, HR administration, and ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures. This is an on-site role requiring regular presence on the production floor and strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and supervisors across all shifts
• Offer guidance to supervisors on corrective action and disciplinary processes to ensure consistency and compliance
• Assist with employee relations issues, including documentation, coaching, and policy interpretation
• Support hourly and salaried recruiting efforts, including job postings, screening, scheduling, and onboarding
• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing needs and a positive candidate and onboarding experience
• Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, and HRIS data
• Administer attendance, corrective action, and other HR processes consistently and fairly
• Coordinate new-hire orientation and ensure a smooth onboarding experience
• Assist Quality, EHS, Operations, and Maintenance teams in the delivery and tracking of technical and job-based trainings for all roles
• Investigate, address and mediate conflicts, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies
• Recommend and assist in developing local level policies and procedures
• Maintain, organize, and verify the accuracy and completeness of employee paperwork for new hires, changes, and terminations
• Complete unemployment claims and respond to requests
• Investigate, prepare and submit payroll adjustments for all staff in a timely manner and communicate adjustments to relevant parties
• Update and maintain the HRIS system (Oracle)
• Coordinate site-wide communications and events in support of the lead team
• Support initiatives related to engagement, retention, and culture building
• Gather employee feedback and identify engagement and retention trends
• Facilitate training on HR policies, leadership skills, and compliance topics
• Assist with training coordination, compliance tracking, and communication of HR programs
• Partner with EHS and Operations to reinforce safety expectations and reporting
• Prepare HR reports and metrics such as turnover, attendance, and staffing updates
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Assist other Howmet Wheel Systems worksites as necessary

Basic Qualifications:

• 2 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations-heavy environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related
• Experience supporting hourly and salaried work forces
• Prior exposure to shift-based operations and 24/7 manufacturing support models
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management or Business

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and light weighting. To learn more, review the 2024 ESG report at

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