Human Resources Generalist

Job Information Job Identification: 117922 Job Category: Human Resources Posting Date: 06/03/2026, 06:18 PM Location: 842 Norton Road, Barberton, OH 44203, US (On-site) Apply Before: 07/27/2026, 12:00 AM Job Schedule: Full time Export-Controlled Data: No Responsibilities 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. 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 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 Responsible for maintaining, organizing, and verifying the accuracy and completeness of employee paperwork for new hires, changes, and terminations Complete unemployment claims and answer requests Investigate, prepare and submit payroll adjustments for all staff in a timely manner and communicate adjustments to the 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 workforces 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 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Howmet