At Stellantis, we are a company that embraces change. We are always striving to improve and be our best, allowing us to create exciting, innovative and safe cars, trucks, and utility vehicles for millions of customers around the world. As a Labor Relations Representative, you will play a key role in our ability to deliver what we promise to our customers.
You will identify and drive operating efficiencies through contractual agreements, provide labor relations support to employees and leaders across the organization, and enable a positive workplace culture and environment by:
Equitable administration, interpretation and overall compliance
Responsibilities
" Equitable administration of the collective agreement including grievance administration, interpretation and overall compliance
" Participate in the grievance process, including handling Step 2 grievances and partnering with union representatives to resolve workplace issues.
" Facilitating effective management/union relations
" Build productive relationships with bargaining unit employees, union leadership, and operational management to support a positive labor relations environment.
" Administration of attendance program
" Administer the negotiated attendance policy, address attendance concerns, and support attendance-related corrective action processes.
" Administration and discipline assessment
" Run attendance reports and gather information to compile into presentations with trend analysis
" EEOC and other workplace investigations
" Conduct and support employee, labor relations, ethics, and workplace investigations involving bargaining unit employees.
" Coaching, guiding and providing direction to operating management on assigned shift
" Implementation of lean manufacturing activities
Key experiences and know-how
The following prior experiences will be required for someone to be successful in this role:
" Interpretation and application of contracts and agreements
" Management of compliance and investigatory processes within a union environment
" Facilitation or participation in difficult interactions or situations, focusing on conflict resolution
" Analyzing data and using data to make decisions
Additional Experience That Will Set You Apart
" Experience supporting labor relations, employee relations, human resources administration, or workplace compliance activities
" Experience working with union-represented workforces and labor-management partnerships
" Experience utilizing HRIS and workforce management systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, Workforce, or related platforms
" Manufacturing experience is preferred; however, candidates with strong labor relations experience from other industries are encouraged to apply
Behaviors of a successful Labor Relations Representative
" Customer focus mindset, always striving to provide the best support to the employees, management, and the union, while ensuring the continued sustainability of Stellantis
" Focus on building and maintaining relationships with all stakeholders (management and union) through open and transparent communication
" Openness to the viewpoints of others and taking those viewpoints into account when making business decisions or recommendations
" Attention to detail and consistent follow through
Additional Success Factors
" Strong organizational and administrative skills
" Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
" High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
" Eagerness to learn and develop within a Labor Relations career path
" Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with HR, Operations, and Union leadership
Basic Qualifications:
" Bachelor s degree
" Willingness and ability to work onsite rotating shifts including nights, weekends and occasional holidays
" Position primarily supports first-shift operations; however, flexibility is required to support operational needs outside of standard business hours when necessary.
" Proficient with Microsoft Suite
Preferred Qualifications:
" Bachelor s degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations or related field
" 2+ years of experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in labor relations in a manufacturing setting
" Knowledge of Human Resources Information System and reporting tools
" Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment
What You'll Gain
This role offers an opportunity to join an established Labor Relations team and develop expertise in:
" Labor contract administration
" Grievance management
" Employee and workplace investigations
" Attendance and discipline programs
" Union-management relations
" HR systems and workforce analytics
" Manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR or Labor Relations professional who is highly organized, relationship-focused, and eager to build a successful career supporting a unionized manufacturing workforce.
EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.