Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist – Human Resources

Location: Kentwood/Grand Rapids, MI

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Salary: $60,000–$80,000, depending on experience

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The Opportunity

Kelly Services is seeking an Associate HR Generalist to support a growing Oral Care operation in Kentwood, Michigan. This position provides hands-on HR support to employees and leaders across employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, compliance, engagement, and day-to-day HR operations.

This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being visible and accessible to employees and managers and who can balance employee-focused support with business needs in a manufacturing/regulated environment.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on policies, procedures, performance, attendance, and workplace concerns.
• Support employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary issues, and performance concerns.
• Partner with hiring managers on recruiting, candidate screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Support performance management, employee development, training, engagement, and recognition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information while supporting HR reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with leave management, accommodations, employee documentation, compensation planning, and benefits-related questions.
• Partner with manufacturing, operations, quality, supply chain, and other leaders on workforce planning, organizational changes, and HR initiatives.
• Support GMP requirements and understand how HR practices and processes impact a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Manage HR administrative responsibilities including employee communications, timecards, badge access, incoming mail, production locker assignments, and employee service programs.
• Monitor the HR communications mailbox and ensure employee questions and requests receive timely follow-up.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and HR compliance.
• Manufacturing, operations, or regulated-environment experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment practices and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters professionally.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with employees and leaders in a hands-on HR role where you can make an immediate impact across employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, compliance, and employee engagement.

Interviews are happening NOW!

Interested? xhyhwjd Please send your resume to for consideration.