(HR) Generalist

Contract HR Generalist

Company: Kelly Services

Location: Stokesdale, NC

Work arrangement: On-site

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Pay rate: $30 per hour

Opportunity type: Contract

About the Role

Kelly Services is seeking a Contract HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations. This role works closely with employees, leaders, and centers of expertise (COEs) in benefits, medical and leave administration, and payroll to support consistent application of company policies and programs.

The successful candidate will build trusted relationships across the organization and provide responsive, confidential HR support.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and coach employees and managers on employee relations matters and the application of company policies, programs, and benefits.

• Administer HR programs and processes, including compensation, benefits, leave administration, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, recognition, morale, and training and development.

• Develop strong partnerships with stakeholders and coach and influence effective business decisions.

• Identify training and development needs through job analysis, appraisal processes, and regular consultation with business managers and HR teams.

• Recruit for Customer Service Representative positions, including creating job advertisements, sourcing candidates, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.

• Maintain a visible HR presence, promote HR programs, and help management communicate effectively with teams.

• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes.

• Coordinate or facilitate employee and manager training on topics such as DEI, benefits enrollment, and compensation processes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience, including employee engagement in a manufacturing environment.

• 2+ years of recruiting experience.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, facilitate projects and business processes, and work independently and collaboratively.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or related software.

• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred.

• Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is a plus.

• Talent Center experience is a plus.

Competencies

• Strong organization, attention to detail, and time management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to interact comfortably with all levels of the organization—from production-floor employees to senior management.

Apply today to be considered for this Contract HR Generalist opportunity with Kelly Services in Stokesdale, NC. Submit your application now to take the next step in your HR career.

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. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) 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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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s 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.