Description
We are seeking a Senior HR Generalist to provide on-site HR support for a manufacturing facility in St. Paul, MN. This role will serve as the sole HR resource at the site, supporting employees and leadership during a temporary coverage period.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional with strong experience in employee relations, performance management, and plant operations, who can operate independently while partnering closely with leadership to drive engagement, compliance, and business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary HR partner to site leadership, providing day-to-day HR guidance and support
Lead and manage employee relations matters, including investigations, coaching conversations, and conflict resolution
Support performance management processes, including coaching managers through reviews, feedback, and development planning
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on recruiting efforts, interview support, and onboarding activities (primarily coordination and advisory)
Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives aligned with site and business goals
Monitor workforce trends (turnover, absenteeism, engagement) and recommend actionable improvements
Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and affirmative action requirements
Analyze HR data and provide insights to leadership to inform decision-making
Facilitate HR-related training and communication on policies, processes, and programs
Support workforce planning, onboarding, and talent development initiatives
Additional Skills & Qualifications
This role will be highly visible and hands-on, with a typical day including:
40-50% Employee relations (manager coaching, employee concerns, investigations)
20-25% Partnership with leadership (strategy discussions, workforce planning, engagement initiatives)
10-15% Recruiting/onboarding support (interview coordination, candidate experience, onboarding execution)
10-15% HR operations (reporting, compliance, HRIS updates, documentation)
Qualifications
Required:
5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role
Strong experience 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:
Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
PHR or SHRM certification
Experience with HR 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.
