New Brunswick
Job Description SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced HR Specialist to support a fast-paced manufacturing site during temporary leave coverage. This role will focus on core HR operations, employee relations, and day-to-day support of assigned client groups. The ideal candidate is hands-on, approachable, and comfortable working independently while partnering closely with site leadership and HR teammates. This is a temporary assignment (6–8 months) with core daytime hours and flexibility to support off-shift needs as required in a 24/7 operation. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide day-to-day HR support to assigned manufacturing, quality, and R&D client groups, • Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee relations matters, including coaching managers, addressing concerns, and supporting investigations and corrective actions, • Partner with site leadership to support performance management, employee engagement, and workforce needs, • Assist with employee relations documentation, disciplinary processes, and policy interpretation, • Support recruiting efforts in partnership with recruiters, including interview coordination and candidate guidance as needed, • Facilitate HR processes such as onboarding, performance cycles, and employee status changes, • Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, benefits basics, and leave-related questions (FMLA, disability, etc.), • Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws, • Support training initiatives, employee communications, and HR-related projects as assigned, • Be visible and approachable on the floor; actively engage with employees and leaders QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification (SHRM-CP or similar) a plus, • 3–5+ years of HR Generalist or HR Specialist experience, preferably in a manufacturing or regulated environment, • Strong employee relations experience required; manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial settings preferred, • Working knowledge of state and federal employment laws, • Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, • Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and guide leaders at all levels, • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; comfortable using HR systems and tools, • Professional, approachable, and able to always maintain confidentialityCompany DescriptionWith over thirty-five years of Recruiting, Staffing and HR Consulting experience providing nationwide service to many of the largest organizations in the country, Spectrum has achieved a level of experience and expertise that benefits our clients, candidates and contractors. Through an in depth analysis of our client’s organization, we develop an understanding of the skills and experience required for the successful candidate or contractor. EXPERTISE: Our Staffing Consultants are specialists in Human Resources, Scientific/Medical Device, Engineering, Insurance and Business Operations placement. STAFFING OPTIONS: Spectrum offers a number of staffing options including, Direct Hire, Contract, Temp, Retained Search, Recruiting Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Pay-Rolling (Payroll Transfer). CANDIDATE COMMITMENT: Spectrum is committed to working with the top candidates and contractors in the country and developing a working relationship with them to secure the career opportunities that will match their skills, experience and personal aspirations. OPEN POSITIONS: To apply online for our career opportunities go to our job board. SPECIALTIES: Areas of specialization include: Human Resources, Scientific/Medical Device, Engineering, Insurance and Business Operations placement.With over thirty-five years of Recruiting, Staffing and HR Consulting experience providing nationwide service to many of the largest organizations in the country, Spectrum has achieved a level of experience and expertise that benefits our clients, candidates and contractors. Through an in depth analysis of our client’s organization, we develop an understanding of the skills and experience required for the successful candidate or contractor. \r\n\r\nEXPERTISE: \r\nOur Staffing Consultants are specialists in Human Resources, Scientific/Medical Device, Engineering, Insurance and Business Operations placement. \r\n\r\nSTAFFING OPTIONS: \r\nSpectrum offers a number of staffing options including, Direct Hire, Contract, Temp, Retained Search, Recruiting Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Pay-Rolling (Payroll Transfer).\r\n \r\nCANDIDATE COMMITMENT: \r\nSpectrum is committed to working with the top candidates and contractors in the country and developing a working relationship with them to secure the career opportunities that will match their skills, experience and personal aspirations.\r\n\r\nOPEN POSITIONS:\r\nTo apply online for our career opportunities go to our job board. : \r\nAreas of specialization include: Human Resources, Scientific/Medical Device, Engineering, Insurance and Business Operations placement.