Labor Relations Specialist

Labor Agreement Guidance

Provide expert advice on the administration and interpretation of labor agreements and HR policies to ensure consistent and compliant application.

Strategic Labor Relations

Collaborate with leadership across departments to identify opportunities and implement labor relations strategies that enhance operational efficiency and flexibility.

Grievance and Arbitration Management

Lead 2nd step grievance hearings, resolve issues appropriately, and support 3rd step grievance hearings and arbitration processes, including case preparation and presentation.

HR Partnership

Serve as the primary HR contact for operations, delivering comprehensive support in labor and employee relations matters.

Union and Management Communication

Maintain ongoing communication with union representatives, bargaining committees, plant leadership, and legal counsel to foster positive labor-management relations.

Supervisor Training and Development

Design and deliver training for supervisors and front-line leaders on labor relations topics, including contract interpretation, grievance handling, and effective communication with union-represented employees.

Employee Investigations

Conduct thorough and timely investigations into workplace issues involving hourly employees, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and compliance with labor agreements and company policies.

HR Function Leadership

Lead select HR initiatives across the plant, ensuring alignment with company policies, values, and strategic goals.

Compliance Oversight

Ensure all employment practices—including hiring, promotions, demotions, and discipline—comply with collective bargaining agreements, EEO laws, and internal policies.

Regulatory Awareness

Stay current with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.