Senior Human Resources Generalist

Senior HR Generalist – Labor Relations Location: Eau Claire, WI Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Compensation: $38–$42/hour during the contract period Target permanent salary of approximately $80,000–$95,000 The Opportunity Kelly Services is seeking a Senior HR Generalist – Labor Relations to support a busy unionized manufacturing facility in Eau Claire, WI. This is a hands-on HR role for an experienced professional who is comfortable working directly with employees, supervisors, site leadership, and union representatives. The ideal candidate will have strong labor relations, employee relations, investigations, grievance handling, and HR compliance experience. What You’ll Do Serve as the primary HR partner for the facility and support both hourly and salaried employees. Interpret and administer the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and assist with grievances and labor-management issues. Partner with leadership on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, attendance, and workplace conflicts. Conduct thorough and confidential investigations involving employee complaints, misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Coach supervisors and managers on employee relations, labor laws, policies, and effective employee communication. Support onboarding, employee changes, transfers, promotions, separations, HRIS administration, and employee records. Partner with leadership on staffing, workforce planning, employee engagement, retention, and training. Support compliance with employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, OSHA, workers' compensation, and wage and hour requirements. Participate in labor-management meetings and provide support for negotiations, arbitrations, and other labor-related matters. Track HR metrics and identify trends involving turnover, absenteeism, employee relations, and workforce needs. What We’re Looking For Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Labor Relations, or a related field. 5–8+ years of progressive HR experience. At least 3 years of experience supporting a unionized manufacturing or distribution environment. Strong experience with labor relations, employee investigations, grievances, and employee relations. Working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and employment law. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, coaching, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is a plus. Why This Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being hands-on and visible at the site level and wants to play a key role in labor relations, employee relations, and overall HR operations. Contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential for a long-term career. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. 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. 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 ( . Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s 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 complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services