HR Labor Relations Generalist

MedNational Staffing; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. in Kokomo, IN seeks a Labor Relations Generalist for a contract role beginning at $25.33/hour with benefits available.

This entry-level position requires some HR Administration or manufacturing experience and is onsite with rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. You will interpret contracts, support grievance processes, and help drive lean manufacturing initiatives while providing labor relations guidance to management and employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; onsite with rotating shifts.
• Experience in HR administration and labor relations is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of HRIS and reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equitable administration of the collective agreement and grievance handling.
• Provide labor relations support to employees and leaders across the organization.
• Assist with attendance program administration and trend analysis.
• Conduct EEOC and workplace investigations as needed.
• Coach management on shift operations and lean manufacturing activities.

Skills

Labor relations

HR administration

Conflict resolution

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Job Description

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

The following prior experiences will be required for someone to be successful in this role:

• 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.

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