Labor Relations Representative

Dana Canada Corp.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. is seeking a Labor Relations professional in Fort Wayne to build and maintain relationships with staff and management, administer policies, and advise on union-related issues. Candidates must possess a minimum of 1-3 years of labor experience in a manufacturing setting and a 4-year degree.

The successful applicant will ensure compliance with regulations, assist with workplace investigations, and conduct training. The company values integrity and interpersonal skills, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in labor relations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years labor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills & ability to easily build credibility with internal customers & associates.
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Builds & maintains relationship with Staff & Operations Team.
• Advise Management on matters related to Union-Management relationships/issues.
• Conduct training on Labor/HR topics.
• Maintain records pertinent to labor relations & hourly personnel.

Skills

Excellent written & oral communication skills

Strong team building & people skills

Organizational skills

Honesty / Integrity

Proficiency in Windows environment

Education

4-year degree (BA or BS)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

SAP

ADP Payroll processing

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal‑management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative‑energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world’s original‑equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Builds & maintains relationship with Staff & Operations Team, Union Leadership & hourly employees.
• Administer provisions of Agreements & counsel Management in the interpretation of Agreements.
• Administration of policies & work rules.
• Advise Management on matters related to Union‑Management relationships/issues.
• Maintain records pertinent to labor relations & hourly personnel.
• Preparation & participation in local negotiations.
• Investigation of grievances & assist Management with resolution.
• Conduct & advise Management on corrective discipline including coaching & progressive discipline.
• Participate in on‑boarding, orientation, transfer, exit, & assignment changes for both hourly & salary employees.
• Respond to day‑to‑day employee inquiries & requests.
• Generate HR analytical reports & metrics using HRIS system.
• Conduct training on Labor/HR topics.
• Participate & support EEOC, NLRB, Metro, etc inquiries, investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal & state regulations concerning employment.
• Assist with workplace investigations & issue discipline when deemed necessary.
• Assist with bargained positions, job postings, job bidding process including candidates’ suitability for position. Provides notification of successful bidder(s) to union, employees, & management.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Education & Requirements

• Minimum of 1-3 yeas Labor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education & experience equivalent.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Strong team building & people skills including the ability to resolve conflicting interests & obtain cooperation.
• Strong interpersonal skills & ability to easily build credibility with internal customers & associates.
• Organizational skills – ability to manage high workload of data & multitask proficiently.
• Honest / Integrity; must be role model for others in organization.
• Proficiency in Windows environment, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Outlook. SAP or other HR systems experience a plus.
• ADP Payroll processing experience a plus.
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.