Sr. Labor Relations Specialist

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title: Sr. Labor Relations Specialist

Wage Level: Exempt

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Department: Human Resources

Shift: 1st

Reporting To: Sr. Labor Relations Manager

Responsible For (Staff): None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Sr. Labor Relations Specialist provides support to the Labor Relations team in all aspects of Labor Relation issues, employee relations and recruitment of union staff as well as supports the Human Resources department with various initiatives as needed.

Labor/ Employee Relations-

• Recruitment responsibility for successful results and partnership with temp labor vendor partners.
• Develop recruiting strategy based on business needs and working with leaders in various departments on proactive recruiting
• Develops, implements, maintains, and manages the company’s labor relations education and training programs.
• Coordinates all new hire paperwork and ensures all pertinent information is entered into payroll/HRIS systems to ensure regulatory compliance
• Regularly interact with union employees regarding conflict resolution and assist in communication activities.
• Develops and maintains relationships with employees and establishes stronger communication between employees and the Company
• Continuously improve employee relations through proactive efforts that include participation in Labor/ Management meetings, Safety Committee, Mechanical Training Program, etc.
• Works closely with Human Resources Partners to align with and support efforts to develop a high performing highly engaged, diverse workforce.
• Supports line managers with team effectiveness and efficiencies
• Manages the employee relations to provide guidance to management staff by contract interpretation, investigation, and advice on a full range of employee relations matters including informal and formal grievances, development of performance management plans, disciplinary issues, employee assistance referrals, and reduction in force issues.
• Manages employee activities
• Facilitates engagement survey
• Interacts with employee base to monitor/develop/foster positive employee relations
• Coordinates recognition programs
• Coaches and counsels line management and employees on policies and practices
• Maintains up-to-date technical knowledge of HR trends and best practices
• Availability across three (3) shifts to maintain strong labor relations.
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Special Projects-

Assist the Human Resources department with various initiatives, including management training, implementation of organizational programs, and other department goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or equivalent 2+ years of relative experience.
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Basic Computer Skills: Ability to perform basic computer tasks and has the ability to operate common computer programs.
• Minimum Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak in a way that allows one to participate effectively in various conversations. Ability to read various types of standard items addressed to general readers.
• Intermediate Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions that may be furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems that involve several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Preferred

• Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Ability to show success in managing employees.
• Experience with Labor Relations, Worker’s Compensation, Conflict Resolution, and Strong communication & interpersonal skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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