Employee Relations Analyst

Toyota North America • Georgetown, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Human Resources Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Employee Relations Analyst. The primary responsibility of this role is to support team members and manufacturing leadership in their resolution of concerns and to appropriately interpret and consistently apply policies and procedures. Reporting to the Team Member Relations Manager, the person in this role will support the team’s objective to maintain and improve positive team member relations and ensure the success of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK). This position is based in Georgetown, Kentucky. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location. What you’ll be doing Building relationships with team members by providing strong customer service through support or problem solving. Investigate and address concerns for hourly and salaried team members. Ensure consistent policy application. Create positive team member engagement through daily interactions on the floor. Partner with Section leaders; build relationships with management, understand section business, develop shop leaders to ensure positive morale. What you bring Bachelor’s degree or higher OR equivalent professional work experience that is relevant to this position 2+ years’ experience in employee relations or other related HR specific function Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word Ability and willingness to work second shift hours, 5:15 PM to 2:00 AM Ability to work overtime as needed, approximately 15%, including some Saturdays Ability to work from multiple areas of a large manufacturing facility with or without reasonable accommodation, including but not limited to attending in-person meetings held at various locations throughout the facility, engaging with employees working in different areas throughout the facility, etc. Added bonus if you have Bachelor’s degree or higher specifically in Employee/Labor Relations, Human Resources HR experience in a manufacturing environment Information Systems/Technology education or experience Experience with the following: Kronos, Workday, ServiceNow, Microsoft PowerBI, Microsoft Forms, pivot tables and formulas in Excel Experience with Workday and ServiceNow databases SHRM certification What We’ll Bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable) Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute Paid holidays and paid time off Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA) Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected]. At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher OR equivalent professional work experience that is relevant to this position
• 2+ years’ experience in employee relations or other related HR specific function
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability and willingness to work second shift hours, 5:15 PM to 2:00 AM
• Ability to work overtime as needed, approximately 15%, including some Saturdays
• Ability to work from multiple areas of a large manufacturing facility with or without reasonable accommodation, including but not limited to attending in-person meetings held at various locations throughout the facility, engaging with employees working in different areas throughout the facility, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher specifically in Employee/Labor Relations, Human Resources
• HR experience in a manufacturing environment
• Information Systems/Technology education or experience
• Experience with the following: Kronos, Workday, ServiceNow, Microsoft PowerBI, Microsoft Forms, pivot tables and formulas in Excel
• Experience with Workday and ServiceNow databases
• SHRM certification

Responsibilities

• Building relationships with team members by providing strong customer service through support or problem solving.
• Investigate and address concerns for hourly and salaried team members.
• Ensure consistent policy application.
• Create positive team member engagement through daily interactions on the floor.
• Partner with Section leaders; build relationships with management, understand section business, develop shop leaders to ensure positive morale.

Benefits

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees