Organizational Change Management Lead

Organizational Change Management Lead — Manufacturing Merger and AcquisitionLocation: Lake Forest, IL (Hybrid) 3 days in officeDuration: 3–6 Month Temporary ContractPayrate: $120–$130/hourTravel: Approximately 25% to manufacturing sitesWe are seeking an experienced Organizational Change Management Lead to support a manufacturing acquisition. This role will focus on the people, process, and structural aspects of change, not technology implementation. The OCM Lead will develop a comprehensive change management playbook to guide the organization through network transitions, facility closures, and operational realignment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a change management strategy and playbook to support merger and acquisition related transitions, including facility closures and network restructuringPartner closely with executive leadership, HR, operations, and site leaders to ensure alignment and adoptionLead stakeholder analysis, change impact assessments, and resistance management effortsCreate and deliver clear, consistent internal and external communications, including messaging for unionized environmentsSupport leaders and managers with tools, talking points, and guidance to lead teams through changeCoordinate on-site change activities at manufacturing facilities, including employee engagement and feedback loopsMonitor adoption, sentiment, and readiness, adjusting strategies as neededRequired Qualifications2–5+ years of working experience in Mergers & Acquisitions with proven results.Bachelor's degree or higher (4-year degree required).Proven Organizational Change Management expertise, preferably within manufacturing environmentsStrong experience supporting merger and acquisition integrations, including restructures and facility transitionsUnion experience with demonstrated ability to navigate labor considerations and communicationsExcellent communication skills with the ability to engage both frontline employees and executive leadershipExperience developing change playbooks, frameworks, and communication plansAbility to work onsite in Lake Forest as needed in a hybrid environment and travel to sites (~25%)Familiarity with operational or structural transformations in manufacturingExposure to technology-enabled change is a plus, though this role is not IT-focusedApply today send your resume to daid740@kellyservices.com Or call Daisy at 562-471-7322Kelly 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.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr