Employee Relations Manager – Battery Pack Assembly

Sustainable Talent•Jeffersonville, IN

About The Position

Sustainable Talent is partnering with a leading global automotive manufacturer to staff a new battery pack assembly plant in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The Employee Relations Manager will join the start-up team and help launch a state-of-the-art facility, shaping its workforce, culture, and employee relations strategy for launch and long-term operations. The role partners closely with manufacturing leadership and cross-functional teams to establish effective HR practices, foster positive employee and labor relations, and support workforce readiness in a dynamic environment. The position begins remotely and is expected to transition to onsite work in Jeffersonville. During construction, the manager may attend onsite meetings or work from a temporary onsite office. Visa sponsorship is not available. The salary range is $115,500–$218,100, and the position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 8 years of experience in Human Resources processes, including compensation planning and relations with salaried and hourly personnel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in human resources.
At least 8 years of experience in performance management, employee coaching and counseling, employee engagement, employee development, organizational development, and workforce planning.
At least 4 years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or consumer products.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate resources across multiple functions.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
Ability to guide and influence people at all levels.
Strong business acumen, including financial analysis.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Advise manufacturing leadership on strategic HR matters in support of business objectives, operational performance, and a positive workplace culture.
Manage employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, and labor relations issues, using fair and consistent practices.
Support development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and processes to launch and scale the battery manufacturing facility.
Establish and improve employee relations programs, policies, and procedures to promote consistency, compliance, operational efficiency, and positive employee experiences.
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Communications, and other functions to align workforce initiatives with manufacturing objectives.
Champion employee engagement, trust, accountability, inclusion, and a high-performance culture; oversee employee feedback programs and identify improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, change management, and employee development strategies.
Analyze employee relations trends, engagement data, and workforce metrics to identify risks, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
Apply lean principles and progressive HR practices to improve processes, strengthen employee relations, and promote equitable and consistent application of workplace policies.