Sr. Specialist, Employee/Labor Relations

About the role

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. As a Sr. Specialist, Employee/Labor Relations, you will independently provide high-level professional analysis, consultation, coaching, and training on organizational development, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, interpretation and application of labor contracts, and supporting resolution of workplace problems under the direction of the HQ's Employee Relations Department.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Korea HQ to manage labor/employee relations issues for all LGES production sites, including Joint Ventures business sites.
• Work with departments and advocate on behalf of the company in grievance hearings and arbitrations when necessary.
• Support researching related bargaining and grievance history.
• Support investigations into employee complaints and concerns.
• Support collective bargaining negotiations, including preparation for logistics and work with departments to ensure implementation of any new contractual terms or agreements.
• Support in maintaining a consistent labor strategy across all departments.
• Maintain case files and bargaining history.
• Calculate and maintain statistics, records, and information, including but not limited to lost time, grievances, and discipline.
• Support in designing and conducting Labor Relations training for all levels of management and supervisory personnel.
• Maintain a broad knowledge of corporate labor relations policies and training methodologies.
• Represent the Company at external forums and participate in committees as required.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience with a labor union consisting of hourly workers in a manufacturing industry.
• Strong legal knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Able to travel without legal restriction domestically and internationally on short notice to prepare and respond to any labor issues.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in the automotive industry or a related industry is preferred.
• Certification in HR (e.g., PHR, SPHR) or labor relations is a plus.