HR Manager

Sr. HR Business PartnerWe are seeking a hands-on Sr. HR Business Partner to support multiple manufacturing sites in the Madison area. This onsite role will split time between two east-side locations (approximately 20 minutes apart) and may require infrequent travel to a Milwaukee site.This is a high-impact role supporting a plant ramp-up and assisting with a separate plant closure and employee transition. The position balances both strategic and tactical HR responsibilities and reports to senior HR leadership.Location: Madison, WI (East Side – Onsite) Travel: Occasional travel to Milwaukee (mileage reimbursed) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Duration: 90-day contract (potential for temp-to-hire, not guaranteed) Pay: $30–$45/hour Benefits (for eligible employees): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance + 401(k) retirement planKey ResponsibilitiesProvide full-spectrum HR support across multiple manufacturing plantsPartner with plant leadership to align HR initiatives with business objectivesOversee payroll processing in partnership with site managersSupport employee relations matters, including ADA-related issues (advisor support available)Coordinate interviews and assist with recruitment efforts (not a pure Talent Acquisition role)Support transition activities related to plant closure, including potential involvement in onsite hiring eventsImplement performance management processes and employee development initiativesEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment lawsManage onboarding, employee documentation, and benefits administrationTrack and analyze monthly people metrics to identify gaps and improvement opportunitiesSupport union-related matters where applicableRequired Qualifications3–5+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environmentHands-on, practical HR experience (not strictly strategic)Strong employee relations backgroundExperience working with an HRIS systemAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills (sorting and filtering required; PivotTables and VLOOKUPs preferred)Strong knowledge of employment law and HR complianceAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgmentBachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)