Global HR Strategy & Labor Relations Leader

MPC Products Corporation (Woodward MPC, Inc.)

Niles (IL)

On-site

USD 171,000 - 239,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match
Stock contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Parental leave
Life insurance
AD&D
Dependent care FSA
Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a senior HR leader in the United States (IL) to guide labor relations and partnerships with leadership across multiple sites. You will drive workforce planning, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, and shape HR programs that support business growth and transformation.

The role requires extensive experience in unionized environments, broad HR scope (talent, engagement, development, compliance), and the ability to influence at executive levels, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 8+ years of progressive HR leadership in a global, multi-site organization.
  • Significant labor and employee relations experience in unionized environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead labor relations strategy and collective bargaining negotiations.
  • Partner with executive leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
  • Oversee Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Employee Engagement across global sites.
  • Drive organizational development and change management.
  • Monitor HR metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Labor relations
HR leadership
Negotiation
Change management
Workforce planning
Employee engagement
Talent development
HR business partnering
Global experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration
MBA

Tools

HRIS
HR analytics tools

Job description

Woodward is seeking a senior HR leader in the United States (IL) to guide labor relations and partnerships with leadership across multiple sites. You will drive workforce planning, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, and shape HR programs that support business growth and transformation.

The role requires extensive experience in unionized environments, broad HR scope (talent, engagement, development, compliance), and the ability to influence at executive levels, with a strong focus on

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