HR Generalist (On-Site) - St. Paul, MN
We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to provide on-site support for a manufacturing facility in St. Paul, MN. This is a highly visible role serving as the primary HR resource for the site during a temporary coverage period.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering directly with leadership to drive employee engagement, performance, and compliance.
What You'll Do
As the on-site HR leader, you will:
Serve as the primary HR partner to site leadership, delivering day-to-day guidance and support
Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, coaching, and conflict resolution
Support performance management, coaching leaders through feedback, reviews, and development plans
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on recruiting and onboarding activities
Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives aligned with business goals
Monitor workforce trends (turnover, absenteeism, engagement) and recommend improvements
Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and affirmative action requirements
Analyze HR data and provide insights to support business decisions
Facilitate HR training and communicate policies, programs, and updates
Support workforce planning, onboarding, and talent development
What Your Day Might Look Like
40-50% Employee relations (coaching, investigations, employee concerns)
20-25% Strategic partnership with leadership (planning, engagement initiatives)
10-15% Recruiting & onboarding support
10-15% HR operations (reporting, compliance, HRIS updates)
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role
Strong back ground in employee relations, performance management, and employment law
Ability to work independently as the sole HR representative on-site
Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
PHR or SHRM certification
Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday or UKG
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
