Senior Labor Relations Leader | Growth, Safety & Impact

Oxychem; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, seeks an experienced HR professional to lead Labor Relations and Human Resources initiatives at its Louisiana site. You will manage contract administration, employee relations, and data reporting to support workforce excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Labor/Industrial Relations or related field, 10+ years in HR with 3+ in Labor Relations, and strong communication and investigative skills. On-site position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Labor/Industrial Relations, HR Management or related degree.
• 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience including 3+ years of experience in Labor Relations.
• Strong business acumen, leadership, facilitation, team building, process improvement skills and strong attention to detail.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with HR analytics/reporting/software to support informed decision-making.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday preferred.
• High level of emotional intelligence with ability to identify and manage interactions at all levels of the organization by altering approach based on situation.
• Proficiency in completing workplace investigations, including conducting interviews, collecting evidence, documenting and recommending path forward.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve conflict.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical requirements include lifting 40 lbs, climbing, PPE, and alarms.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains contact and positive relationships with employees in both field and office settings.
• Advise plant management in the administration of the labor contract.
• Researches and processes grievances through arbitration.
• Prepare for contract negotiations including costing and drafting proposals.
• Counsels employees, supervisors and managers on confidential matters.
• Administers Human Resources policies and advises plant management and employees on company policies.
• Generates, maintains and provides reports as required.
• Develops and presents programs addressing plant goals such as employee development and relations.
• Researches, advises actions, and assists in disciplinary actions.
• Coordinates plant projects as assigned by HR Manager or Plant Manager.
• Manages the technician salary/wage program and participates in salary surveys.
• Directs the preparation of position descriptions and evaluates new/ revised descriptions.
• Interviews and participates in recruitment; determines qualifications and offers.
• Conducts exit interviews to determine termination reasons and attitudes.

Skills

Labor relations

HR management

Leadership

Communication

HR analytics

Microsoft Office

Emotional intelligence

Interviewing

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Labor/Industrial Relations, HR Management or related degree

Tools

Workday

HR analytics software

Job description

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, seeks an experienced HR professional to lead Labor Relations and Human Resources initiatives at its Louisiana site. You will manage contract administration, employee relations, and data reporting to support workforce excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Labor/Industrial Relations or related field, 10+ years in HR with 3+ in Labor Relations, and strong communication and investigative skills. On-site position with growth opportunities.