Human Resources Employee Partner (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Pratt & Whitney has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Employee Partner at our East Hartford, CT facility. This person will join a team of HR Employee Partners supporting over 1,900 employees comprised of union production maintenance employees and nonunion salaried located at our East Hartford, CT operations facility. We are seeking a high energy, self-starter to drive key human resources initiatives and promote an inspiring culture mix of both exempt and non-exempt employees. If you are ready for a challenge, then we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Psychology or a related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; OR an Advanced degree and 5+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field
Proven track record of leading change
Experience with administration of a collective bargaining agreement and its grievance procedure
Excellent communications skills (written and verbal)
Proven customer focused experience and excellent business judgment
Ability to influence without direct supervisory responsibilities
High degree of professional maturity and integrity in handling confidential information is essential
Strong analytical and systems skills
Successfully managing multiple, and often conflicting priorities, while maintaining positive relationships with customers
Dynamic problem solver with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to craft solutions to everyday challenges with creative new ideas

Responsibilities

Partner with leadership to communicate and implement HR programs that support the business goals and get results
Effectively execute Human Resources processes including performance management, salary planning, staffing and retention, employee relations, and development
Administer collective bargaining agreement as it applies to assigned employee population
Establish and maintain productive relationships with union representatives
Conduct investigations and process grievances
Support collective bargaining process
Address HR-related inquiries from all levels of employees
Coach Managers and employees, help them become the best that they can be
Participate in succession planning processes and programs focused on current and future organizational needs
Support recruiting and retention strategy, efforts and programs
Leverage process improvement/lean manufacturing tools and methodology to align with business needs
Lead and support special projects as assigned