HR Generalist ($66K-$70K)

Ultimate Staffing Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Minneapolis is seeking an HR Generalist to partner with the HR Manager in a two-person HR team. The role emphasizes employee relations within a union setting, while supporting recruiting, onboarding, attendance, performance management, training, and HR compliance. This in-office role offers a structured schedule and opportunities for growth within a hands-on HR department. The position is temp-to-hire with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years HR experience with a related degree or 3+ years HR experience without a degree.
• Experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present information to employees and management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for union employees and management.
• Track attendance, timecards, and payroll-related documentation.
• Coordinate recruiting through staffing agencies and job boards; conduct interviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Confidential data handling

Organizational skills

Union environment experience

Education

Associate degree in HR/Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We are hiring for an HR Generalist to join our small manufacturing company and partner closely with the HR Manager as part of a two-person HR team. This role is heavily focused on employee relations in a union environment, serving as a key resource for employees and managers while supporting recruiting, onboarding, attendance administration, performance management, training, and HR compliance.

Pay range: $32-$34/hr depending on experience ($66,560 - $70,720/yr)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (overtime as needed)

Location : 100% in office (open free parking lot or street parking)

Type: temp to hire on permanent

Duties

Employee Relations & Union Support

• Serve as a primary HR contact for union employees and management.
• Answer employee questions regarding benefits, company policies, attendance policies, and union contract provisions.
• Assist with employee investigations, disciplinary meetings, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Build positive relationships with employees and support a productive work environment.

Attendance, Payroll & HR Administration

• Track employee attendance, absences, paid time off, and related documentation.
• Review timecards for payroll accuracy and identify attendance concerns.
• Partner with managers to address attendance issues and administer attendance warnings.
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, including perfect attendance awards.
• Calculate and track overtime metrics and attendance-related reports.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Post and manage union and non-union job openings in accordance with union contract requirements and company hiring practices.
• Coordinate recruiting efforts through staffing agencies, online job boards, and other sourcing channels.
• Conduct interviews and assist hiring managers throughout the selection process.
• Facilitate new employee orientations, including review of company policies, safety requirements, benefits, and onboarding documentation.
• Ensure all new hire paperwork is accurately completed and processed.

Performance Management & Training

• Assist managers with employee performance reviews and documentation.
• Coordinate performance improvement plans and monitor completion timelines.
• Maintain training records and employee training matrices.
• Recommend, schedule, and track employee development and training programs.
• Support managers with employee coaching and development initiatives.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support workers' compensation administration and coordinate with safety personnel as needed.

Administrative Support

• Provide HR and administrative support to operations leadership and department managers.
• Generate reports, correspondence, and employee communications.
• Support special projects and additional duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired:

Minimum of 2+ years of HR experience with a related degree, or 3+ years of HR experience without a degree. Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and HR administration. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and communicate with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information professionally. Preferred : Experience supporting a manufacturing, production, or industrial workforce. Experience working in a unionized environment. Knowledge of labor relations and collective bargaining agreements. SHRM-CP certification or other HR certification. Experience supporting employee training and performance management programs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.