Temporary HR Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Compensation: $45–$55 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temporary (2-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Onsite, with flexibility to support operational needs
Start Date: ASAP

People Works is seeking an experienced, hands-on Temporary HR Manager to provide immediate HR leadership and operational support at our battery manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is a full-time, two-month assignment ideal for an HR professional with a strong manufacturing background who can quickly integrate into a fast-paced environment, address employee and operational needs, and provide reliable day-to-day HR support.

The ideal candidate will have strong employee relations and investigations experience, knowledge of manufacturing HR operations, and the ability to work independently while partnering with plant leadership and employees across a shift-based environment.

• Employee Relations & Investigations: Address employee concerns, conduct workplace investigations, resolve conflicts, and provide guidance to supervisors and leadership.

• HR Operations: Manage day-to-day HR responsibilities, provide employee support, and assist plant leadership with HR-related matters.

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Support recruiting, workforce planning, candidate selection, and onboarding for manufacturing and technical positions.

• Payroll & Timekeeping: Oversee time and attendance processes, assist with payroll accuracy, and resolve payroll-related questions or discrepancies.

• HR Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, company policies, and applicable manufacturing workplace requirements.

• Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement initiatives, retention efforts, and positive employee relations across the facility.

• Safety & Workplace Support: Partner with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and plant leadership on safety-related HR matters and workers' compensation processes.

• Leadership Support: Serve as a trusted HR resource for managers and supervisors, helping address workforce challenges and maintain consistent HR practices.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional HR experience
  , including at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment
  .

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing HR experience will be considered.

• Strong experience handling employee relations concerns, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and HR compliance.

• Experience supporting HR operations in a manufacturing environment, including shift-based employees and production teams.

• Working knowledge of payroll processes, timekeeping systems, HRIS platforms, and applicant tracking systems.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple competing priorities, and establish relationships quickly.

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

• Availability to work onsite in Phoenix, AZ, Monday through Friday, with flexibility to support operational needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional seeking a short-term assignment where they can make an immediate impact.

You’ll work directly with plant leadership, provide hands‑on HR support, and help maintain a positive, compliant, and productive work environment during an important period for the organization.

Assignment Details

• Temporary assignment lasting approximately two months

• Competitive compensation of $45–$55 per hour

• Full-time, onsite position in Phoenix, Arizona

• Monday–Friday schedule with operational flexibility

• Immediate start preferred

People Works is looking to connect with qualified HR professionals who are available to begin quickly and bring immediate value to our manufacturing team.

USD $45.00 - USD $55.00 /Hr.