HR Administrator

Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR a minimum of two years office or administrative experience Night and weekend availability for recruiting events 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: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field Experience supporting a recruiting or HR department in a high-volume environment Familiarity with applicant tracking systems Understanding of basic HR compliance and onboarding practices Experience coordinating interviews, travel, or candidate communications Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency High level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Excel, and Word) Howmet Aerospace has an opportunity for an on-site HR Administrator in our Whitehall, MI location! Reporting to the Employment Manager, this role provides essential administrative support to our high-volume Talent Acquisition team. The HR Administrator will play a key role in managing candidate activity and ensuring a smooth and efficient onboarding process through a wide range of coordination and support tasks. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring accurate candidate records and status updates. Manage candidate statuses, dispositioning, and workflow updates within the ATS. Conduct initial candidate phone screens to assess qualifications and interest. Conduct professional reference checks for prospective hires. Schedule and coordinate walkthroughs for hourly production candidates. Coordinate and track pre-employment requirements, including physical examinations and background checks. Prepare, update, and maintain weekly recruiting reports. Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities. Support internal audits and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Ensure the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of sensitive candidate and employee information. Perform additional duties as assigned.