HR Generalist

Overview Chromalloy is a global engineering and solutions company that provides aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions to extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture, and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms, supporting aerospace, energy, and defense industries worldwide. Our total rewards program supports employees today and in the future. Benefits and Rewards Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching. Development and progression opportunities with regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs. Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave — eligible on the first day of employment. Competitive pay with eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site. Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status. Position Summary We are seeking an HR Generalist who prioritizes the operational side of HR — ensuring accurate data, timely onboarding and offboarding, and consistent policy execution as the foundation for strategic HR conversations. This role supports Chromalloy's U.S. field operations and enterprise HR programs, executing day-to-day HR work across site-level and coordination responsibilities within a structured, well-governed HR function with clear escalation paths and a strong technology platform. Key Responsibilities Onboarding and New Hire Experience: coordinate onboarding end-to-end — submit system tickets, secure Day One access, conduct new employee orientation, complete I-9 and right-to-work verification, and ensure a prepared experience for every new hire. Complete Export Control Assessments for new hires, vendors, and visitors with access to controlled technical data. Coordinate pre-employment drug testing, regulatory acknowledgments, and badge clearance in compliance with FAA/DOT requirements. Verify internal candidate eligibility before any offer is communicated. Offboarding and Separations: own offboarding execution for all departing employees — system steps, equipment return, final pay initiation, and exit interview administration within 48 hours. Communicate final day logistics clearly to the manager and employee. HR Data Integrity and Systems Administration: ensure accuracy of employee data in the HR platform (role, grade, manager, reporting line, cost center, eligibility); audit population before every compensation cycle opens. Process HR transactions within your authorization level; escalate to Shared Services with complete information when needed. Generate and distribute standard HR reports for your population on request. Benefits, Leave of Absence and Employee Support: be the first point of contact for benefits, leave, and pay questions; administer LOA notifications; track active leaves and surface return dates and extension requests; support benefits open enrollment. Policy, Compliance and Ethics Support: distribute policy updates and collect acknowledgments; answer first-line policy questions within your authorization; escalate to HR professionals for interpretation; maintain compliance tracking (I-9 re-verifications, training completion, certification expiry, and regulatory acknowledgments) with deadlines surfaced 30 days in advance; support Ethics intake; assist with FAA/DOT drug and alcohol testing program; maintain familiarity with Collective Bargaining Agreements at union sites. HR Program Support and Coordination: support enterprise HR program rollout; coordinate HR events, mentoring and internship programs, community engagement, and government workforce development funding considerations; manage program calendars and reporting; assist with talent acquisition coordination including interview scheduling and background check initiation. Compensation Support and Data Accuracy: validate employee data before each compensation cycle; support merit and bonus cycle execution; route compensation questions appropriately; process pay action forms within authorization and resolve incomplete forms. Qualifications 2–5 years of HR experience in an operational or generalist HR role; manufacturing, aerospace, MRO, or technically complex environments preferred. Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or related field; PHR certification is a differentiating asset. Up to 30% travel to US Chromalloy sites. Solid knowledge of US federal employment law (I-9, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, EEO). Proficiency with an enterprise HRIS; ability to execute transactions, run reports, and identify data errors. Experience with onboarding, offboarding, and I-9 compliance administration. Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder programs (mentoring, internship, community engagement, or government-funded training); familiarity with workforce development funding programs or employer training credits is a differentiating asset. Exceptional attention to detail and clear, professional communication skills. Comfortable working within a structured escalation model; familiarity with FAA/DOT drug and alcohol testing for repair stations; union environment experience and CBA familiarity preferred. This position may require work hours outside the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs, including evenings, weekends, or holidays. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime per applicable laws. The salary range reflects a broad spectrum of experience; compensation is determined by factors including experience, education, certifications, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions. Due to government regulation, only US persons may be considered for this role. Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization. Any offer is conditioned upon successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen per company policy and applicable laws. Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer (vets/disabled). If you need accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: #J-18808-Ljbffr Chromalloy Corporation