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HR Business Partner (Labor Relations)

Webasto
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Sept 2025

About the role

People & Organization (PO) focuses on our employees, Webasto's most valuable asset. PO encompasses a wide range of tasks, including recruitment and development, as well as compensation, labor law, organizational development, and change management. The function plays a crucial role in fostering a harmonious work environment and promoting the growth and retention of employees within the company.

You can look forward to these exciting tasks:

  • Act as a strategic advisor to site leadership, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives while promoting a positive and collaborative labor environment
  • Guide and coach managers through labor relations matters, including contract interpretation, grievance resolution, and day-to-day union interactions
  • Monitor and analyze workforce data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and proactively address labor-related challenges
  • Partner with leadership to deliver training and development programs that enhance leadership capability and reinforce contract compliance and fair employment practices
  • Serve as a key liaison during contract negotiations and labor-management meetings, ensuring consistent application of collective bargaining agreements and labor laws


This is what you bring to us:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
  • 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a unionized manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Strong working knowledge of employment and labor law, with direct experience supporting or leading labor relations initiatives
  • Proven ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of an organization, particularly with frontline leadership and union representatives
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite; data-driven approach to workforce planning and problem-solving


What we offer you:

  • Competitive pay
  • Health coverage for you and your family
  • Generous number of vacation days each year
  • Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
  • 401k with company match

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Your contact person:
Marisa Tavolacci, People & Organization Plymouth, MI 

Get to know us here and find out why we are passionate about attracting talent to Webasto.
We look forward to receiving your online application!

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