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At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.
About the Role:
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.
Working Conditions:
Primarily onsite within an industrial manufacturing environment.
Frequent collaboration with hourly and salaried employees working varying shifts.
Routine presence in production areas, which may involve exposure to noise, extreme heat/cold, and industrial equipment.
What you can bring to the role:
Associate's degree in business or human resources required
2–4 years of experience in an HR support, HR coordinator, or HR operations role preferred
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.
What’s on Offer:
Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay as well as recognition and rewards programs
Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA
401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a non-qualified deferred compensation plan
15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date
Alcoa has been chosen as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek
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Base Salary: 76,700 - 115,400 USD annuallyTotal rewards packages listed, including base salary and bonus eligibility, applies to US based applicants only. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on a range of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies in conjunction with multiple components of the Employee Total Rewards Package. Alcoa reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.HR Specialist • Massena, NY, United States
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