Employee Relations Specialist

We are looking for an Employee Relations Specialist to support a dynamic food and food processing operation in Macedon, New York. This long-term contract position focuses on fostering a fair, compliant, and respectful workplace by addressing employee concerns, guiding managers on people matters, and helping resolve complex workplace issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough reviews of workplace concerns, gathering facts, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate next steps.
• Advise supervisors and leaders on employee relations matters, including corrective action, conflict resolution, and performance-related concerns.
• Interpret and apply company policies, labor practices, and local employment law to support consistent and compliant decision-making.
• Partner with HR and business leadership to address sensitive workforce issues while balancing employee needs and operational priorities.
• Manage employee relations casework from intake through resolution, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate records.
• Support performance management efforts by coaching leaders on documentation, feedback conversations, and action planning.
• Identify patterns in employee concerns and recommend proactive steps to improve workplace culture and reduce risk.

Requirements

• Proven experience in employee relations within a corporate, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Hands-on background leading employee relations investigations and handling sensitive workplace matters confidentially.
• Knowledge of labor employee relations principles and practical application of local employment law.
• Experience supporting performance management processes, including coaching managers on employee issues.
• Strong communication and interviewing skills with the ability to navigate difficult conversations professionally.
• Ability to assess complex situations, exercise sound judgment, and provide balanced recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and maintain detailed documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.