Hrbp Labor Relations Supervisor

Tekniplex; Xico; Presencial; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A manufacturing leader based in Xico, Veracruz, is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to serve as a strategic liaison between the company and the union. This role requires managing compliance with Mexican labor laws and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in HR within a maquiladora environment, strong negotiation, and communication skills, and is fluent in Spanish. The position includes overseeing labor relations activities, participating in collective bargaining, and ensuring adherence to labor regulations.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years in Human Resources within an industrial or maquiladora environment.
• At least 3 years focused on labor relations and direct union interaction.
• Native Spanish proficiency and intermediate to advanced English preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the relationship with the union effectively.
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations and labor agreements.
• Provide guidance on labor legislation and best practices.
• Assist with labor inspections and audits.

Conocimientos

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related field

Descripción del empleo

Serve as a strategic liaison between the company and the union, proactively managing labor relations within a maquiladora environment.

Ensure compliance with Mexican labor laws, the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), internal policies, and foster a positive and productive work environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in Human Resources within an industrial or maquiladora environment, with at least 3 years focused on labor relations and direct union interaction.

Technical Knowledge

• Mexican labor law and its practical application.
• Union relationship management and collective bargaining processes.
• Conflict resolution and dispute management.
• Disciplinary and termination procedures.
• Applicable Official Mexican Standards (NOMs).
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Native Spanish.
• Intermediate to advanced English (preferred).

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and solution-oriented mindset.
• Negotiation and conflict management.
• Professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Leadership and influence.
• Ability to work under pressure and make assertive decisions.
• Empathy and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the relationship with the union effectively, promoting open dialogue and timely resolution of labor disputes.
• Actively participate in collective bargaining negotiations, wage reviews, labor agreements, and consultation processes.
• Provide guidance to leaders and managers on labor issues, current labor legislation, and best practices in labor relations.
• Assist with labor inspections, external audits, and union reviews.
• Coordinate internal investigations related to labor misconduct, disciplinary actions, and terminations, ensuring fair and documented processes.
• Monitor key labor metrics such as employee relations climate, turnover, and absenteeism, and propose corrective or preventive actions.
• Deliver training to leadership teams on labor relations topics, disciplinary processes, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor regulations (Mexican Federal Labor Law, NOMs, IMSS, STPS, etc.).
• Document and maintain updated records of labor relations activities, agreements, minutes, and other relevant documentation.
• Supervise labor relations team; ensures the implementation of HR standards, policies, and processes in his / her area of responsibility.
• Advises leadership and employees on HR topics, such as benefits and compensation, recruitment, development programs, general services, discipline administration and legal compliance.
• Is responsible for the attention and coordination of audits such as client and governmental.
• Lead in conjunction with HR Manager initiatives to reduce, improve and control turnover and absenteeism rates.
• Administrate performance evaluation process for Direct associates, including setting rules for the process.
• Ensure that Direct associate files are always complete and updated.
• Support HR manager in job descriptions administration for direct Associates, making sure all job descriptions required exist and comprise with the business requirements and standards.
• Coordinate transportation service.
• Follow up on labor suits and conciliatory processes.