HR Specialist

Alcoa•US MSA Massena, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented HR Specialist to join our team at Alcoa in Massena, NY. This professional will execute tactical HR and administrative functions in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment to ensure alignment with business goals. This role requires strong team collaboration, broad knowledge of business administration, and hands‑on experience with proven results in several of the following key responsibilities: Support HR and plant leadership with document preparation, data entry, file organization, mailings, and routine audits. Administer local HR processes including hiring/onboarding, compensation and benefits support, EEO/AA compliance, and leave programs (FMLA, NYS Paid Leave, Disability). Serve as a primary operational contact for employee benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and related programs. Coordinate with external benefits vendors to resolve escalated issues and ensure service accuracy. Develop and maintain workforce analytics dashboards (attendance and leave exposure) to inform operational decisions. Partner with IT and corporate HRIS teams on system enhancements, integrations, and cross-functional reporting. Monitor leave utilization trends, identify high‑risk indicators, and recommend corrective measures to HR leadership. Assist with audit, compliance, and policy requirements to ensure alignment with corporate, state, and federal regulations. Promote Alcoa’s values and support employee relations activities related to development, D&I, ethics, and compliance. Serve as liaison for community events and partnerships. Coordinate and help deliver employee engagement activities and training/development programs.

Requirements

Associate's degree in business or human resources required
Advanced analytical skills.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI
Good organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with local leaders and the HR team.
Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment with varying priorities.
Effective communication (written and verbal) with the ability to partner across teams.
Availability to work different schedules. Standard hours will be set but need to be flexible. There will be events that may require you to stay late or start early in the morning.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of experience in an HR support, HR coordinator, or HR operations role preferred

Responsibilities

Support HR and plant leadership with document preparation, data entry, file organization, mailings, and routine audits.
Administer local HR processes including hiring/onboarding, compensation and benefits support, EEO/AA compliance, and leave programs (FMLA, NYS Paid Leave, Disability).
Serve as a primary operational contact for employee benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and related programs.
Coordinate with external benefits vendors to resolve escalated issues and ensure service accuracy.
Develop and maintain workforce analytics dashboards (attendance and leave exposure) to inform operational decisions.
Partner with IT and corporate HRIS teams on system enhancements, integrations, and cross-functional reporting.
Monitor leave utilization trends, identify high‑risk indicators, and recommend corrective measures to HR leadership.
Assist with audit, compliance, and policy requirements to ensure alignment with corporate, state, and federal regulations.
Promote Alcoa’s values and support employee relations activities related to development, D&I, ethics, and compliance.
Serve as liaison for community events and partnerships.
Coordinate and help deliver employee engagement activities and training/development programs.