Human Resources Manager

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Walla Walla, WA

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Duration: Temporary (4–6 months) with potential to convert to permanent

Pay Rate: $42–$53/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Relocation: Potential for relocation assistance

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support a fast‑paced manufacturing/production environment in Walla Walla, Washington. This is a temporary, full‑time onsite role expected to last approximately 4–6 months, with potential for permanent hire based on business needs and performance.

This position partners closely with plant leadership to manage day‑to‑day HR operations, support employees and managers, and ensure compliance with Washington State labor laws.

• Serve as the primary HR partner for the production location, managing all onsite HR activities
• Support leaders with recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable Washington State employment laws
• Manage payroll coordination and serve as a point of contact for benefits and open enrollment
• Coach and train supervisors and managers on HR processes and systems
• Oversee HR administration and ensure timely, accurate execution of HR tasks
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on hourly and salaried hiring needs
• Support safety initiatives and participate in safety‑related activities
• Provide HR data, metrics, and reporting as needed
• Collaborate with HR colleagues across locations to share best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
• 5–7+ years of human resources experience in a similar role, including employee relations and staffing
• Strong knowledge of Washington State labor laws
• Manufacturing or production environment HR experience preferred
• Experience with payroll administration, HRIS, and applicant tracking systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and problemçal solving skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative

How to Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity and meet the above qualifications, apply today for immediate consideration!

Kelly provides voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, and critical illness. Eligible employees also have access to a retirement Симry plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans, a transit spending account, and are entitled to paid sick leave under 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.