HR Labor Relations Generalist

CrossFire Group; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossFire Group in Kokomo, Indiana seeks a Human Resource Labor Relations Generalist for a contract role. You will support labor relations across the organization, administer collective agreements, and help drive workplace improvements with data-driven insights.

The position is entry-level with some HR admin experience, requires a bachelor’s degree, and is onsite with rotating shifts including nights and weekends. Benefits are available and starting pay is $25.33 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• Experience in HR administration and labor relations preferred.
• Experience interpreting contracts and managing investigations helpful.
• Ability to analyze data to inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements.
• Support union relations and grievance management.
• Administer attendance program and conduct trend analysis.
• Assist in investigations including EEOC-related matters.
• Coach management on labor relations best practices.

Skills

HR Administration

Labor relations

Data analysis

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job Overview

Our client is looking for a Human Resource Labor Relations Generalist in Kokomo, IN! This contract opportunity (possible extension or direct hire for the right candidate) offers a starting pay rate of $25.33/hour (benefits are available). This is an entry level role, looking for some experience in HR Administration and/or manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

As a Labor Relations Representative, you will play a key role in our ability to deliver what we promise to our customers. You will identify and drive operating efficiencies through contractual agreements, provide labor relations support to employees and leaders across the organization, and enable a positive workplace culture and environment by:

• Equitable administration of the collective agreement including grievance administration, interpretation and overall compliance
• Facilitating effective management/union relations
• Administration of attendance program
• Administration and discipline assessment
• Run attendance reports and gather information to compile into presentations with trend analysis
• EEOC and other workplace investigations
• Coaching, guiding, and providing direction to operating management on assigned shift
• Implementation of lean manufacturing activities

Required Prior Experiences

• Interpretation and application of contracts and agreements
• Management of compliance and investigatory processes within a union environment
• Facilitation or participation in difficult interactions or situations, focusing on conflict resolution
• Analyzing data and using data to make decisions
• Behaviors of a successful Labor Relations Representative
• Customer focus mindset, always striving to provide the best support to the employees, management, and the union, while ensuring the continued sustainability of the company
• Focus on building and maintaining relationships with all stakeholders (management and union) through open and transparent communication
• Openness to the viewpoints of others and taking those viewpoints into account when making business decisions or recommendations
• Attention to detail and consistent follow through

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Willingness and ability to work onsite rotating shifts including nights, weekends and occasional holidays
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations or related field
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in labor relations in a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of Human Resources Information System and reporting tools
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment