Employee/Labor Relations Specialist II

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, &V

100% employer-paid disability & life

Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays

401k retirement savings with company 4

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. is seeking an Employee/Labor Relations Specialist II to support labor and employee relations across production sites.

You will partner with stakeholders to lead shop-floor communications, conduct trainings, and ensure compliance with labor laws and policies. You will handle employee grievances, investigations, and disciplinary matters while maintaining documentation and aligning with corporate labor strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field required.
• 3–6 years of direct experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on short notice when needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to support labor/employee relations across LG Energy Solution production sites.
• Lead shop-floor communication and engagement initiatives between management and employees.
• Track and resolve employee pain-points identified through listening sessions and channels.
• Design and conduct Labor Relations trainings for management and supervisory personnel.
• Assist with employee complaints, workplace investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• Research collective bargaining, grievance history, and labor relations practices.
• Maintain a broad knowledge of corporate labor relations policies and training methodologies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Discretion in sensitive situations

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Manufacturing industry experience (adv

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

PHR/SPHR certification (preferred)

Job description

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Employee/Labor Relations Specialist II

NA:NA HR::NA ER Full Time Lansing, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 5243

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com

Summary

As an Employee/Labor Relations Specialist II, you will support employee and labor relations activities across LG Energy Solution production sites. This role will partner with diverse stakeholders, to lead an effective shop-floor communication, conduct labor relations trainings, manage labor-management relations, and ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders including Korea HQ to support labor/employee relations issues across LG Energy Solution production site
• Leadshop-floor communication and engagement initiatives to foster a strong connection between the management and employees
• Track, manage, and resolve employee pain-points identified through various on-site listening sessions and communication channels.
• Support in designing and conducting Labor Relations training for all levels of management and supervisory personnel
• Assist with employee complaints, workplace investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters
• Research collective bargaining, grievance history, and labor relations practices
• Support in maintaining a consistent labor strategy across all departments
• Assist with implementation and communication of contractual terms and labor agreements
• Maintain case files, bargaining history, grievance records and other related documentation
• Maintain a broad knowledge of corporate labor relations policies and training methodologies
• Represent the Company at external forums and participate in committees as required
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 - 6 years of direct experience in a manufacturing industry
• Strong legal knowledge of labor laws and regulations
• Able to travel without legal restriction domestically and internationally on short notice at times to prepare and respond to any labor issues

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Experience in the automotive industry or a related industry is preferred
• Certification in HR (e.g., PHR, SPHR) or labor relations is a plus

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in a diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with a generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO