HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner 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. We are seeking a talented HR Business Partner to join our team at Alcoa in Massena, NY. In this dynamic role, you'll be supporting people-focused strategies that fuel our success and strengthen our culture. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, solving challenges, and driving initiatives that make a measurable difference. Bring your HR expertise, your passion for people, and your ability to build strong relationships and help us create an environment where our teams can thrive. Responsibilities include: Collaborate closely with the HR team, Department Leaders, and employees to strengthen work relationships, enhance productivity, and improve retention. Ensure compliance by administering HR policies and regulatory requirements. Manage leave administration processes, including FMLA, PFL, STD, and Workers' Compensation, while providing guidance and support to employees. Oversee Social Performance / Risk Management activities Develop and implement training and development initiatives, equipping employees with the skills they need to excel. Assist in Union labor relations efforts Lead the Apprenticeship Program, fostering growth and professional development for emerging talent. Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, managing and executing impactful DEI initiatives that support a culture of belonging. Qualifications include: Associate's Degree or equivalent job-related experience, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Demonstrated track record within an area of HR (Compliance, leave and/or policy administration, Labor/Employee relations, L&D, etc.) Experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment. Advanced analytical and MS Excel skills What we offer includes: Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs. 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period) Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave Base salary: $95,500 - $129,500 USD annually. Total 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. Our Massena facility in New York State, established in 1902, is home to the longest continuously operating smelter in the world. Located on the St. Lawrence River, Massena, NY is the center for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing success in St. Lawrence County. Massena's caring sense of community, affordable cost of living, and extremely low-cost locally supplied energy, coupled with four public and private universities nearby, make Massena a great place to call home. And within a two hour drive (or less) are cosmopolitan and historic Montreal and Ottawa, Canada to the north, and to the south are the tall, beautiful views of Adirondacks and within it is Lake Placid The Olympic Village. We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate. If you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at . This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Created: 2026-03-04