Contract HR Generalist (Minneapolis, MN)

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill's client is seeking a Contract HR Generalist to provide hands-on HR support to supervisors and employees within a fast-paced operations environment in Minneapolis, MN. The role handles employee relations, leave administration, performance management, engagement, and day-to-day HR operations for about 500 employees.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of HR experience, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience, ideally in an HR Generalist role.
• Experience in employee relations and performance management.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Paid Leave, FMLA, and accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary HR resource for supervisors and employees across operations, supporting ~500 staff.
• Advise on employee relations matters, attendance, performance concerns, policy interpretation, and corrective action.
• Provide guidance on Minnesota Paid Leave, FMLA, and workplace accommodations.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Communication

HR compliance

Tools

Workday

Job description

Contract HR Generalist

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Company: Beacon Hill's client

Location: Minneapolis, MN 55413

Work Arrangement: Full-time onsite, 5 days per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday, regular business hours

Employment Type: 5-month contract with potential for extension

Compensation: $40-$50/hour, depending on previous experience

Position Summary

Beacon Hill's client is seeking a Contract HR Generalist to provide hands-on HR support to supervisors and employees within a fast-paced operations environment. This position will serve as a trusted HR partner, supporting approximately 500 employees across areas such as employee relations, leave administration, performance management, employee engagement, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candidate brings 3-5 years of HR experience, a strong foundation in employee relations, and the ability to build effective relationships with employees and leadership. This is a highly visible role that requires a proactive, positive approach and someone who is comfortable jumping in, navigating changing priorities, and supporting the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a primary HR resource for supervisors and employees across the Manufacturing Operations and Quality business unit, supporting a workforce of approximately 500 employees.
• Advise supervisors and employees on employee relations matters, including attendance, performance concerns, workplace conflicts, policy interpretation, and corrective action.
• Provide HR guidance related to Minnesota Paid Leave, FMLA, and workplace accommodations.
• Collaborate with supervisors on employee coaching, performance management, development needs, and workforce planning activities.
• Conduct workplace investigations and assist with resolving employee concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Support employee engagement efforts through roundtable discussions, employee feedback, trend identification, and the development of action plans focused on retention, engagement, and the overall employee experience.
• Facilitate employee listening and feedback sessions while partnering with supervisors to encourage open communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee information in the HRIS and support the integrity and proper documentation of employee records.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR experience, ideally within an HR Generalist or similar hands-on HR role.
• Strong experience supporting employee relations and performance management matters.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Paid Leave, FMLA, and accommodations.
• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations.
• Comfortable partnering directly with supervisors and employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• High-energy, proactive, and willing to take a hands-on approach to HR support.
• HRIS experience required; Workday experience is a plus.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you!Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)