Michael Dukes

About Michael Dukes

As a Project Coordinator at Cisco, I specialize in supporting cross-functional teams to deliver projects that drive operational efficiency and business impact. I bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to ensure that initiatives stay on track, deadlines are met, and stakeholders are aligned.My experience includes coordinating project timelines, streamlining communication between teams, and managing key deliverables across multiple workstreams. I’m passionate about improving processes, leveraging technology, and fostering collaboration to achieve successful outcomes.At Cisco, I have the opportunity to contribute to projects that support global operations and talent mobility, while continuously developing my expertise in project management tools, stakeholder engagement, and change management.I thrive in fast-paced environments where adaptability, problem-solving, and clear communication make a difference, and I’m excited to continue growing my career by helping teams execute projects that create measurable results.

Experience

1. Recruiter

   Howmet Aerospace

   Mar 2026 — Present · Whitehall, MI, US

   Responsible for full-cycle recruiting supporting high-volume hiring across production and manufacturing operations. Partner with plant leadership to identify staffing needs and attract skilled talent that supports critical aerospace manufacturing programs.• Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly production, manufacturing, and skilled trade roles• Partner with operations leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and shift requirements• Source candidates through job boards, referrals, community outreach, and hiring events• Conduct phone screens and coordinate onsite interviews for production positions• Manage candidate pipelines and hiring workflows within the applicant tracking system• Facilitate offer processes, background checks, and pre-employment screenings• Support hiring events and workforce initiatives to maintain strong production staffing levels• Ensure a positive candidate experience while maintaining compliance with employment regulations

Education

• Ferris State University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Public Relations/Image Management

  2014 — 2018

Skills

• Business Development
• Persuasive Writing
• Marketing Strategy
• Facebook
• Public Speaking
• Customer Satisfaction
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Persuasive Speaker
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Research
• Social Media
• Event Planning
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel