Labor Affairs Specialist

Provision People

Labor Affairs Specialist

Elizabethtown, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Summary:

    Our award-winning client is seeking a Labor Affairs Specialist to join their team. As a Labor Affairs Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in fostering positive relationships with employees and unions, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, and promoting a fair and equitable workplace.

     

    Responsibilities:

    • Foster productive relationships with UAW, salaried, and hourly employees. Lead CBA negotiations and processes.

    • Create and maintain policies for consistent employee treatment and engagement.

    • Engage in problem-solving to improve HD processes. Train management on company and plant policies, including the CBA.

    • Investigate and resolve employee issues, manage local labor contracts, and lead grievance review and resolution.

    • Provide expert advice on labor and employee relations matters, including grievance and arbitration procedures.

    • Analyze turnover and absenteeism data and develop action plans for labor stability.

    • Stay updated on employee and labor relations trends and legal changes. Conduct research for contract negotiations and employee relations.

    • Partner with regional labor on negotiation strategies aligned with company mission and values. Monitor employment and labor trends and advise management on emerging issues.

    • Provide guidance to the local employee relations team on various employee matters.

    • Collaborate with regional labor on rightsizing and downsizing actions and validate termination processes.

    • Maintain open communication with UAW local representatives.

    • Offer advice and assistance regarding statutes, regulations, and contracts.

    • Develop and implement strategies to maintain a union-free environment in designated facilities.

    • Foster relationships with local government, chambers, and union leaders.

    • Collaborate with talent acquisition to minimize labor risk.

    • Audit policies and labor contracts for compliance with local laws.

    • Promote a positive labor environment and employee engagement.

    • Conduct investigations related to transparency lines and ensure proper documentation.

    • Administer FMLA and medical leaves in compliance with federal guidelines.

    • Verify payroll entries and report discrepancies.

    • Maintain and distribute current employee information, policy manuals, and KPI tracking reports.

    • Oversee EEO and Affirmative Action programs.

    • Manage employee onboarding, related training, hiring, and turnover data.

    • Ensure fair treatment of employees in disciplinary hearings.

    • Respond to internal customer questions and concerns promptly.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • PHR or SHRM CP Certification preferred.

    • Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.

    • Minimum 3-5 years of HR experience in a manufacturing setting, or 5-10 years of general HR experience.

    • FMLA and Medical Leave Administration experience are required.

    • Knowledge of state and federal laws is required.

    • Benefits and payroll knowledge are required.

    • 3-5 years of HR experience in a unionized manufacturing setting preferred.

     

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

    • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

    • A supportive and collaborative work environment.