Senior HR Specialist

Kelly; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Human Resources Specialist to drive HR excellence and foster a positive workplace culture in Northville, Michigan. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage diverse HR functions, from recruitment and onboarding to policy development and payroll administration. Join a supportive team culture that values growth and development, and be a trusted advisor in shaping the organization's people strategy. If you are passionate about making a direct impact and enhancing employee experience, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k

Paid Time Off

Supportive team culture

Yearly bonus opportunities

Paid sick leave

Telemedicine services

Legal plan

Short-term disability benefits

Service bonus plans

Qualifications

• 3-5 years HR experience in a generalist or specialist role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting and onboarding processes.
• Develop and update HR policies and ensure compliance.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and create reports.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of Employment Law

HR Systems Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Paycor

ADP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Senior Human Resources Specialist

• Onsite – Michigan | ? Direct Hire | ? $80,000–$90,000 annually
  
  

Be the Heart of Our People Strategy

Kelly Services is looking for an experienced Senior Human Resources Specialist to join our client’s manufacturing company in Northville, Michigan. If you’re passionate about driving HR excellence, supporting employees, and building a strong organizational culture, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact.

In this role, you’ll manage a wide range of HR functions—from hiring and onboarding to performance management, policy development, and payroll administration. You'll work directly with leadership to ensure our HR practices are strategic, compliant, and people centered.

• Key Responsibilities
• Manage full-cycle recruiting—job postings, interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Address concerns, resolve conflicts, and help foster a positive workplace.
• Develop and update HR policies; ensure alignment with employment laws.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and opportunities; create actionable reports.
• Plan and execute employee training programs and development paths.
• Partner with leadership on competitive and compliant programs.
• Oversee the review process, from goal setting to evaluations.
• Process payroll, administer benefits, and resolve employee inquiries.
• Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of HR experience, in a generalist or specialist role with manufacturing background required.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with HR systems and payroll software (Paycor or ADP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• What We Offer
• Competitive salary: $80,000–$90,000 (based on experience), plus yearly bonus
• Stable, full-time direct hire position
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and PTO)
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for growth
• A chance to be a trusted advisor and driver of positive change
  
  

Ready to grow your HR career in a role that matters? Apply today and become part of a team where your experience makes a difference.

Email your resume to Daisy at [e-mail] or call 562-471-7322 for immediate consideration.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. 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. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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