Labor Relations Manager

Howmet Aerospace • Cleveland, OH

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, this position is responsible for leading business critical HR strategies and implementing employee relations approaches to help achieve Cleveland Operations goals, while partnering with the Operations Department’s management team and union (UAW and IAM) leaders to help achieve their strategic and tactical plans and advance a complimentary and sustainable people system. The incumbent provides leadership and deploys sound employee relations practices to further key Human Resources related initiatives that concern employment and labor law, industrial relations, compliance line, worker’s compensation, diversity/EEO, union strategy, and hourly employment practices and policy.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Minimum 5 years of labor relations experience.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• A Master’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources from an accredited institution.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP certifications.
• The ability to effectively communicate (verbally and written) and delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables.
• A high degree of interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including those not under their direct supervision.
• Demonstrated ability of problem solving, systems thinking, project management, and team building.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to, EEO, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, Title VII, and FMLA.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skill, and experience in contract language/negotiations, arbitration, grievance, and employment/labor law.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Revising, developing, and applying employee relations tactics, goals, and rules to reframe relationships with the respective unions.
• Representing Division interests in the negotiation of labor agreements within the parameters defined by the Business Unit and Corporate management.
• Providing counsel concerning strategic Labor Relations plans and issues and consulting with Corporate and other internal and external resources concerning issues with potential impact across business units.
• Referring conflicting positions to senior management for resolution.
• Conducting Grievance hearings during the final step of the Grievance Process.
• Representing Division interests in the arbitration process, which includes assuming the role of Company advocate when necessary.
• Providing Operations Department management with advice concerning all employee relations matters.
• Coaching and training Cleveland Operations personnel on HR strategies and practices that will positively impact the business and generate positive change.
• Fostering and facilitating connections with local union representatives.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for all local labor issues and tactics.
• Reframing employee relations through problem solving/learning organization tactics and driving solutions to root cause to eliminate waste.
• Evaluating, managing, and enhancing Cleveland Operations’ employee relations process.
• Managing delivery and continuous improvement processes for employee relations programs and participating in ongoing needs analysis.
• Consulting with all levels of management, including legal, state, and federal agencies to enhance productivity, ensure compliance, minimize the potential for litigation, and provide advice regarding aspects of employee relations activities that may not be defined within existing policies and procedures.
• Driving proactive positive change to lead to a high performing organization.
• Implementing local hourly practices that enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Delivering standard HR processes related to specific areas of focus including, but not limited to, salary planning, organizational design and coaching, workforce planning, incident investigations, staffing roles (job postings, interviewing, selection), and training.
• Ensuring that all employment practices under their control including hiring, promotions, demotions, and discipline are conducted in compliance with EEO laws and Howmet Aerospace policy.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - 6% company match, plus additional 3% (whether you contribute or not), for a max total of 9% annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Employee Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 3 weeks of 100%-paid leave for parental bonding for the birth or adoption of a child)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees