HR Generalist

Dana Incorporated • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Job PurposeThe HR Generalist is responsible for labor relations & HR activities in a manufacturing environment.  You will perform administrative functions as required to support salary & hourly employees.  You maintain personnel records & complete transactions.  You investigate & resolve issues.  You administer & provide guidance to Operations team on the provisions of the Global & Local Agreements.  You participate in strategic workforce planning, hiring events, onboarding & orientation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-5 years’ HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education & experience equivalent.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Strong team building & people skills including the ability to resolve conflicting interests & obtain cooperation.
• Strong interpersonal skills & ability to easily build credibility with internal customers & associates.
• Organizational skills – ability to manage high workload of data & multitask proficiently.
• Honest / Integrity; must be role model for others in organization.
• Proficiency in Windows environment, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Outlook.
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• SAP or other HR systems experience a plus.
• ADP Payroll processing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Builds & maintains relationship with Staff & Operations Team, Union Leadership & hourly employees.
• Administer provisions of Agreements & counsel Management in the interpretation of Agreements.
• Administration of policies & work rules.
• Advise Management on matters related to Union-Management relationships/issues.
• Complete & support payroll process.
• Maintain records pertinent to labor relations & hourly personnel.
• Preparation & participation in local negotiations.
• Investigation of grievances & assist Management with resolution
• Conduct & advise Management on corrective discipline including coaching & progressive discipline.
• Participate in on-boarding, orientation, transfer, exit, & assignment changes for both hourly & salary employees.
• Respond to day-to-day employee inquiries & requests.
• Generate HR analytical reports & metrics using HRIS system.
• Conduct training on HR topics
• Manages FMLA process to include tracking of time & follow-up with employees.
• Participate & support EEOC, NLRB, Metro, etc inquiries, investigations
• Maintains compliance with federal & state regulations concerning employment.
• Assist with workplace investigations & issue discipline when deemed necessary.
• Assist with bargained positions job postings, job bidding process including candidates’ suitability for position. Provides notification of successful bidder(s) to union, employees, & management.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level