Employee Relations Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations efforts by addressing workplace concerns, conducting inquiries, and guiding timely, consistent resolutions.
• Build productive working relationships with plant leadership, employees, and union representatives to encourage open communication and mutual trust.
• Advise managers on the practical application of company policies, disciplinary processes, attendance matters, and performance-related issues.
• Support onboarding and day-to-day HR administration to help new and current employees receive accurate information and responsive service.
• Oversee employee record management and maintain HRIS data to ensure documentation is current, organized, and compliant.
• Partner with internal stakeholders on benefits-related questions and help employees understand available programs and resources.
• Identify patterns in employee concerns and recommend proactive strategies that improve engagement, retention, and workplace climate.
• Contribute to labor relations activities by helping maintain constructive dialogue during periods of organizational or workforce change.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of human resources experience with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Prior success supporting manufacturing or industrial operations, preferably in a unionized setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with both leadership teams and represented employees.
• Knowledge of HR administration practices, employee documentation, and workplace policy application.
• Experience using HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate personnel records.
• Familiarity with onboarding processes and employee benefits support.
• Strong judgment, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Pay

$100,000 - $135,000 USD Per Year

Schedule

Ongoing

Location

Mingo Junction, OH