HR Manager

Dana; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Manager to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves collaborating with plant leadership to deliver strategic HR services that align with business needs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in labor relations, contract negotiations, and employee engagement within a unionized environment. You will be instrumental in driving HR initiatives, fostering positive employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization dedicated to innovation and excellence in the motor vehicle manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in human resources.
• Experience in labor relations within a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement company policies and standardized processes.
• Provide strategic HR solutions to plant management.
• Lead employee relations and staffing activities.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Labor Relations

Contract Negotiation

Change Management

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS

SuccessFactors

SAP

ADP

Job description

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Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

The HR Manager will work with the Plant Leadership and the HR function to provide the plant with Human Resource services. He/she is responsible for understanding the business needs of the plant and then translating those needs into HR services to ensure the plant benefits from strategic Human Resource services and standardized processes. He/she is also responsible for driving the strategic labor activities and initiatives as it relates to Union Management and Labor Relations. This position reports solid line to the plant manager and is a key role of the plant leadership staff.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

• Ensure implementation of Company policies and standardized processes within the Company facility
• Assist in defining facility strategies (i.e. training, compliance, labor, change management)
• Deploy strategies and programs as designed by the Company
• Lead positive employee relations programs in the facility
• Provide strategic HR solutions to plant manager and staff
• Facilitate issue resolution between employees and managers, as required
• Perform employee and labor relations duties, including grievance procedures, contract interpretation, and local contract negotiations
• Coordinate staffing activities (including recruiting, selections, and placement) for the location including both salaried and hourly positions
• Act as a consultant and advisor to plant business leaders for Human Resource issues (i.e., career development, staffing, discipline, performance and talent management)
• Analyze HR metrics and create and implement action plans based on those metrics in line with the Function and/or business objectives
• Ensure efficient and accurate payroll, administration processes, and employee data/records
• Help coordinate employee involvement and community involvement teams and/or programs
• Ensure that Affirmative Action plans are in place and implemented: Participate in any OFCCP audits (US Only)
• Ensure orientation and induction for newly hired employees and contractors is completed
• Perform internal investigations, prepare necessary documentation, and testify at hearings, as required
• Implement diversity strategy within the facility
• Manage and develop HR staff

Minimum Qualifications of Position:

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in human resources
• 5+ years of labor and employee relations background working within a union environment and negotiating contracts
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field
• Proven experience leading change
• Background and familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems (SuccessFactors, SAP, ADP, e-time, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and lead teams, as well as, drive people development

In-depth understanding of employment law and other government compliance regulations.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.