HR Manager - Temp

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to support our manufacturing client in Wood Dale, IL on a temporary assignment. This is a hands-on role focused on driving key HR initiatives in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing HR experience, excellent employee relations skills, and the ability to operate independently while partnering closely with plant leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations & HR Support

  • Serve as the on-site HR lead for production, maintenance, and administrative teams.

  • Provide daily HR guidance on employee relations, attendance, and policy interpretation.

  • Investigate and resolve employee issues in a fair and timely manner while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

• Recruitment & Onboarding

  • Manage hourly and salaried recruitment, including job postings, interviews, and offer coordination.

  • Support new hire orientation and onboarding to ensure a positive start for employees.

  • Partner with supervisors to identify staffing needs and maintain workforce levels.

• HR Administration & Compliance

  • Administer HR processes including employee records, timekeeping, and FMLA/leave management.

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations (EEO, ADA, FLSA, OSHA).

  • Maintain accurate HR metrics and assist with reporting as needed.

• Performance & Culture

  • Support performance management and corrective action processes.

  • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety on the production floor.

  • Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

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

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong working knowledge of HR compliance, employee relations, and hourly workforce management.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred but not required.

Pay Rate: $38 – $48 per hour, depending on experience.

 

Pay Details: $38.00 to $48.00 per hour

Search managed by: Monica Kolli

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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