Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your HR career and make a meaningful impact in a manufacturing environment? At the Round Lake Manufacturing Plant, we value dedicated professionals who are eager to support employees and foster a positive workplace culture. Job Title: Temporary HR Representative (Jr.) Location: Round Lake Manufacturing Plant (Onsite) Position Type: Temporary/Special assignment Work Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday (hours flexible, no remote work) Work Environment: Manufacturing Plant, Business Casual Attire Pay Rate: 37.93hr Note: No allergies to penicillin or cephalosporins due to potential exposure. May be required to shower when moving between plant areas. Position Overview The Temporary HR Representative (Jr.) will support the Human Resources function at the Round Lake Manufacturing Plant, focusing on leave administration, employee accommodations, employee life cycle events, and employee relations. This position is a trusted resource for both employees and leaders, ensuring HR programs are administered consistently, compliantly, and effectively. Key Responsibilities Administer employee leave programs, including tracking, documentation, and case management in compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations.Manage workplace accommodation requests and facilitate the interactive process to support employees who require accommodations.Resolve straightforward employee relations (ER) issues independently and provide guidance to managers and employees regarding conflict resolution and workplace concerns.Assist with employee life cycle processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.Maintain accurate and confidential employee records using Workday and other HR systems.Serve as the first point of contact for employees visiting HR, assess their needs, track recurring concerns, and communicate strategic solutions to address underlying issues. Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred.Minimum 1–3 years of Human Resources experience.Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly desired.No sensitivity or allergy to penicillin or cephalosporins.Solid knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and employment laws and regulations.Proven experience handling sensitive employee matters with professionalism and confidentiality.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems. Workday experience strongly preferred.Ability to work independently and collaboratively. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Trust the office staffing pioneer. Finding the right job isn’t always easy. Kelly® Professional & Industrial takes the guesswork out of your job search by connecting you with great opportunities that work for you. That means your schedule, your interests, and your career plan. In fact, our company created the staffing industry with the goal of connecting people with great office jobs-so you could say we’re pretty good at it! About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.