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HR Specialist

SmartfoxllcDanville, KYApril 12th, 2026
Job Title: HR Specialist Location: Danville, KY 40422 Duration: 06+Months (possible convert to full time but no guarantee at this time) Shift: 1st 7AM-4:30PM Job Description: · MUST HAVE People Soft experience or will be declined · Seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Generalist to join the Parker team in a manufacturing environment. · The HR Generalist will play a crucial role in managing employee relations, talent management, and leadership development. · The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human resources within a manufacturing setting and possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Key Responsibilities: Employee Relations: · Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to employees and managers. · Investigate and resolve employee complaints and conflicts, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures. · Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies. Talent Management: · Oversee the recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new employees. · Develop and implement talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent within the organization. · Support performance evaluations and provide coaching and feedback to employees to support their professional growth. Leadership Development: · Identify leadership development needs and design programs to enhance leadership skills across the organization. · Provide guidance and support to managers and supervisors on leadership best practices and employee management techniques. · Facilitate training sessions and workshops to promote leadership development and continuous improvement. HR Administration: · Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. · Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation. · Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment, claims resolution, and communication of benefit plans to employees. Qualifications: · High School Diploma but prefer a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. · Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on employee relations, talent management, and leadership development. · Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a PLUS. · Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organization. · Proven leadership and team management abilities. · Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. · Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. · Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and MUST HAVE PeopleSoft experience. Preferred Qualifications: · HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) is a plus. · Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives. Job Type: Contract Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Leadership: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Danville, KY 40422 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Danville, KY 40422: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person