Human Resources Generalist

Kelly; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Transit benefit

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Associate HR Generalist to support a growing Oral Care operation in Kentwood, Michigan. This hands-on HR role covers employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and daily HR operations in a regulated manufacturing setting.

You will partner with managers, maintain records, assist with leave and benefits questions, and contribute to continuous improvement projects while upholding GMP requirements and confidential handling of employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and HR compliance.
• Manufacturing/regulatory environment experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment law.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR resource for employees and managers on policies, performance, attendance, and workplace concerns.
• Support employee relations matters, investigations, and performance issues.
• Partner with hiring managers on recruiting, screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Support performance management, employee development, training, and recognition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records and HRIS data; assist with reporting and audits.
• Assist with leave management, accommodations, documentation, and benefits questions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations leaders on workforce planning and HR initiatives.
• Support GMP requirements and HR impact in a regulated environment.
• Handle HR administrative tasks including communications, timecards, badges, mail, and employee programs.
• Monitor HR inbox and ensure timely responses; participate in HR projects.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Coaching

Relationship-building

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving

Organization

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Kentwood/Grand Rapids, MI
Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Salary: $60,000–$80,000, depending on experience

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.

Benefits and Perks

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI‑powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.