Labor Relations Representative

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Builds & maintains relationship with Staff & Operations Team, Union Leadership & hourly employees.
• Administer provisions of Agreements & counsel Management in the interpretation of Agreements.
• Administration of policies & work rules.
• Advise Management on matters related to Union-Management relationships/issues.
• Maintain records pertinent to labor relations & hourly personnel.
• Preparation & participation in local negotiations.
• Investigation of grievances & assist Management with resolution.
• Conduct & advise Management on corrective discipline including coaching & progressive discipline.
• Participate in on-boarding, orientation, transfer, exit, & assignment changes for both hourly & salary employees.
• Respond to day-to-day employee inquiries & requests.
• Generate HR analytical reports & metrics using HRIS system.
• Conduct training on Labor/HR topics.
• Participate & support EEOC, NLRB, Metro, etc inquiries, investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal & state regulations concerning employment.
• Assist with workplace investigations & issue discipline when deemed necessary.
• Assist with bargained positions job postings, job bidding process including candidates’ suitability for position.
• Provides notification of successful bidder(s) to union, employees, & management.

Education/Requirements

• Minimum of 1-3 years labor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education & experience equivalent.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Strong team building & people skills including the ability to resolve conflicting interests & obtain cooperation.
• Strong interpersonal skills & ability to easily build credibility with internal customers & associates.
• Organizational skills – ability to manage high workload of data & multitask proficiently.
• Honest / Integrity; must be role model for others in organization.
• Proficiency in Windows environment, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Outlook.
• SAP or other HR systems experience a plus.
• ADP Payroll processing experience a plus.
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.