Human Resources Generalist (Contract)

Express Employment Professionals; Molalla (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Molalla, OR is seeking a Human Resources Representative on a contract basis through December 2026. This onsite role supports employees and plant leadership, handling employee relations, recruiting for production positions, onboarding, and benefits questions.

You will be the primary onsite HR contact, partnering with regional HR leadership to address workforce challenges and ensure policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in Human Resources.
• Experience in employee relations and coaching.
• Experience with recruiting and hiring processes.
• Familiarity with onboarding, offboarding, benefits, and HR processes.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary onsite HR resource for employees, supervisors and leadership.
• Provide employee relations support, including coaching, guidance, conflict resolution, and handling sensitive conversations.
• Lead recruiting efforts for production and manufacturing positions.
• Coordinate candidate interviews and support hiring activities.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and employee offboarding processes.
• Assist employees with benefit questions, enrollments, and qualifying life event changes.
• Coordinate and administer required training programs.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Partner with managers to address workforce challenges and employee concerns.
• Support HR initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with regional HR leadership on escalated employee matters and special projects.

Skills

Employee relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Problem solving

Manufacturing experience

Recruiting support

Onboarding

Offboarding

Benefits administration

HR processes

Credibility with staff

Job description

Human Resources Representative (Contract)

Location: Molalla, OR
Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite
Duration: Contract Position through December 2026
Pay:$30-$35/hr.

Make an Impact as the Sole Onsite HR Representative

A growing manufacturing organization in Molalla is seeking an experienced and confident Human Resources Representative to support employees and leaders at their facility through the end of the year. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships, solving problems, and serving as a trusted resource for employees and management.

This position will be the primary onsite HR contact, working closely with plant leadership and receiving support from a Regional HR Director and HR team members located at other facilities.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary onsite HR resource for employees, supervisors, and leadership
• Provide employee relations support, including coaching, guidance, conflict resolution, and handling sensitive conversations
• Lead recruiting efforts for production and manufacturing positions
• Coordinate candidate interviews and support hiring activities
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and employee offboarding processes
• Assist employees with benefit questions, enrollments, and qualifying life event changes
• Coordinate and administer required training programs
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation
• Partner with managers to address workforce challenges and employee concerns
• Support HR initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Collaborate with regional HR leadership on escalated employee matters and special projects

What We're Looking For

• Previous Human Resources experience required
• Strong employee relations experience and ability to navigate difficult conversations professionally and confidently
• Experience supporting recruiting and hiring efforts
• Knowledge of onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and HR processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and support
• Strong problem‑solving skills and resourcefulness
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to build trust and credibility with employees at all levels of the organization

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is approachable, confident, and proactive. They are comfortable supporting employees and managers, asking questions when needed, and taking initiative to find solutions. This person enjoys being a visible presence on the floor, building relationships, and helping create a positive employee experience.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain valuable experience with a well-established manufacturing organization
• Work directly with leadership and make an immediate impact
• Collaborative and supportive HR team environment
• Opportunity to utilize a broad range of HR skills
• Contract assignment through the end of the year with the potential to expand your professional network and experience

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