Human Resources Specialist

About the role

This position is responsible for a variety of human resources activities for the LaPorte, Indiana facility, with a primary emphasis on full-cycle recruiting for hourly positions and back-up support on absence leave programs. The role partners closely with hiring managers to attract, screen, interview, and onboard qualified candidates in a fast-paced environment while ensuring a positive candidate experience and compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for high-volume hourly positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, scheduling, and onboarding candidates.
• Manage full-cycle internal bid process including sourcing, screening, interview, and selection.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, workforce planning, and hiring priorities.
• Develop and maintain candidate pipelines through job boards, referrals, social media, career fairs, and community outreach.
• Conduct phone screens and coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment records accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, applicant flow, and hiring trends.
• Assist with employee relations, policy interpretation, and HR administrative functions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Participate in recruiting events, open interviews, and hiring initiatives to support staffing goals.
• Build strong relationships with local workforce agencies, schools, and community organizations to support recruiting efforts.
• Promote positive employer brand and candidate experience.
• Maintain HR files, including I-9s, active and terminated personnel files.
• Complete all applicable action items on onboarding/hiring and separation checklists within required deadlines.
• Serve as the primary contact for HR data requests, including data manipulation.
• Field employee questions on benefits, employee guidebook, policies, and procedures.
• Provide HR support for miscellaneous HR activities such as employee celebrations, employee recognition, and community events.
• Provide back-up assistance to other HR team members when needed.
• Develop programs for building talent pipeline.
• Support the HR Manager with day-to-day administrative duties and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist in preparing for and conducting HR audits.
• Coordinate administrative tasks for employee transitions, including employee transfers, data changes, shift moves, and related data.
• Provide support to administer employee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, short-term disability, long-term disability, personal leave, military leave, and other protected leaves.
• Provide support to employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, processes, documentation, and return-to-work procedures.
• Coordinate with third-party administrators, healthcare providers, payroll, and management to ensure timely and accurate leave administration.
• Track and maintain leave records, certifications, and required documentation in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Monitor leave timelines, intermittent leave usage, and benefit continuation during leave periods.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• 2+ years of high-volume recruiting experience and strong working knowledge of disability programs and leave management practices including FMLA, short-term/long-term disability, and ADA.
• Must be willing to work across multiple shifts as needed.
• 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.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items, and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within a team.
• Ability to multi-task and solid oral and written communication skills.
• Fully proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Ability to observe the highest degree of confidentiality.
• Strong work ethic, ethical standards, and results-driven accountability.
• Approachable and collaborative, with strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Effective communicator in every setting, with solid analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills.
• Experience and demonstrated skills in creating a diverse workforce and inclusive culture.
• Views safety as a way of life.

About Us

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 $8.3 billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing sustainability, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.