Human Resources Business Partner
About The Position
Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner for its Howmet Wheel Systems business unit in Cleveland, Ohio. Howmet Aerospace develops and manufactures products for the aerospace, transportation, and other industries. Howmet Wheel Systems produces aluminum transportation wheels and employs 1,700 people at 14 locations worldwide, with annual sales exceeding $800 million. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, HQ, this role provides HR reporting and operational support, supports recruiting and onboarding, manages the intern/co-op program, and assists assigned business functions with HR initiatives and day-to-day needs. The position also supports global HR systems and initiatives, policy compliance, employee engagement, and headcount reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
- At least three years of human resources experience; manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with HRIS.
- Mediating and negotiating skills, with the ability to influence.
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate business strategy into HR strategy that drives business results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to build strong, trusting, collaborative relationships.
- Pragmatic, results-driven approach and accountability for actions.
- Project management skills.
- Change-agent capabilities and a continuous-improvement orientation.
- Organizational effectiveness and organizational development capability.
- Labor relations experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare business-unit HR reporting, including turnover and other HR metrics, ensuring data accuracy, timely reporting, and clear communication of workforce trends and insights.
- Support recruiting across HQ, Cleveland, and Barberton, and coordinate HQ and Cleveland Manufacturing onboarding.
- Manage the intern/co-op program, including university recruitment, program activities, and ongoing support.
- Provide comprehensive HR support for assigned business functions and their initiatives and operational needs, including investigations and other employee relations activities as needed.
- Manage changes to the global HR system and maintain employee data accuracy, system consistency, and alignment with HR processes and requirements.
- Support global HR initiatives and collaborate with HR teams across HWS locations to promote alignment and consistency.
- Review, maintain, and update documentation to support compliance with HR policies and procedures.
- Serve as the ASAT owner and oversee administration of HR-related testing.
- Participate in the employee engagement committee and support development and execution of site engagement initiatives.
- Provide secondary support for monthly headcount reporting in collaboration with HR, finance, and global stakeholders.
- Perform additional HR duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental goals and business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
