Senior Specialist, Employee Relations - Investigations

Ford Motor Company•Brook Park, OH

48d•Onsite

About The Position

It takes outstanding people from every background imaginable to make our ambitious plans for the future a tangible reality. As part of our Human Resources team, you'll help us attract, hire, and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You'll play a vital role in defining, developing, and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We're seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates, and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best. Come join the "people" people! In this position... Our team is part of the incredible transformation underway at Ford Motor Company and you'll have a chance to be a part of that movement. We are seeking an investigator with a passion for employee relations and conducting robust investigations in a dynamic environment who appreciates the important role employee relations professionals play in supporting our values and culture and will carry out duties with the highest integrity. This role will primarily support our facilities in Ohio (Cleveland Engine Plant, Ohio Assembly Plant, Lime Engine Plant and Sharonville Stamping Plant). The investigator is required to work onsite at least four days per week, for various shifts. Travel outside of Ohio may occasionally be required to assist other facilities across the United States. We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves, and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today? At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Responsibilities

Investigate workplace issues/concerns raised through internal Company channels and some externally filed complaints, including complaints of employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other violations of Company policy
Exhibit sound judgment in recommending outcomes for investigations
Partner with Human Resources and/or the Labor Relations team to ensure proper handling and disposition of these cases involving union represented and salaried employees
Work with various Company functions, operating committee members, the Office of the General Counsel, and outside counsel on related issues
Prepare, track, and maintain appropriate investigation documentation
Develop and implement investigation plans
Drive timely closure of open cases/concerns
Manage employee data and statements in a highly confidential manner
Draft concise and clear investigation reports
Partner cross functionally on investigations, discipline, performance management, and other aspects of employee relations
Serve as a strategic partner, promoting ethical and compliant behavior that is aligned with Company policy and government regulations, with fair and equal treatment for the workforce
Coach, counsel, and educate employees on HR policies, performance management, processes, programs, position eliminations, and strategies
Support grievance, arbitration and litigation process from investigations
Analyze case activity and determine trends/recommendations for proactive actions
Foster an effective, inclusive work environment/culture and relationships, balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company goals and values
Conduct other duties as necessary to align with EEO regulations, and other internal and external policies and directives