Mopar & FCAT Labor Relations Manager

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

At Stellantis, we embrace change and push for continuous improvement. Our mission is to design and build innovative, high quality, and safe vehicles for millions of customers around the world. As a Labor Relations Manager, you will play a critical role in sustaining that mission by shaping a positive workplace culture, driving labor management effectiveness, and ensuring smooth operations across Mopar and FCAT. This role is a key strategic partner to operations and union leadership, responsible for delivering practical solutions, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 8 years of Human Resources experience, with a strong emphasis on Labor Relations in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience participating in collective bargaining.
Expertise in interpreting and applying labor contracts and agreements.
Experience navigating investigations and compliance processes within a unionized environment.
Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders who may have competing priorities.
Strong conflict resolution skills, particularly in difficult or sensitive situations.
Ability to analyze data and use insights to support decisions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
10 years of HR experience with an emphasis on Labor Relations in a manufacturing setting.
Advanced degrees focus on Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Law.
Experience managing a team.
Knowledge of HRIS systems and reporting tools.
Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Coaching and partnering with operations and union leadership to resolve business challenges and reinforce collaborative relationships.
Leading local negotiations between operating management and local unions.
Advising and counseling management and union representatives on contract administration and interpretation.
Ensuring compliance with joint labor management committee initiatives.
Managing the full grievance process through the Appeal Board level.
Facilitating conflict resolution and leading difficult discussions aligned with the grievance procedure.
Coordinating investigations for grievances and employee relations matters.
Leading all employment related activities for Mopar and FCAT.
Overseeing hourly manpower processes and workforce deployment in accordance with contractual obligations and corporate policies.
Driving the execution of contractual commitments, including attendance management, progressive discipline, and workforce administration.
Managing attendance coding and pay for PDCs in states with family leave regulatory requirements.
Focusing on reducing unplanned absenteeism to support operational stability.
Supporting the development of Labor Relations and Employment staff.
Contributing to and reinforcing Stellantis’ lean methodologies across operations.