Senior Labor Relations & Negotiations Leader

TraPac, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

TraPac, Inc. in Oakland, CA is seeking a Manager, Labor Relations to lead regional labor relations, contract negotiations, and grievance resolution.

The role will interact with unions under ILWU-PMA guidelines and require coordination with site leadership to align labor policies with operational objectives. The position operates within TraPac’s 24/7 marine terminal environment, with potential weekend or night shifts to accommodate vessel schedules, arbitration processes, and travel between

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ labor relations management experience including contract negotiations and grievance/dispute resolution.
• Container terminal operations experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of union contracts and union working environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary spokesperson for contract negotiations and labor policies with unions.
• Oversee union grievance processes, arbitrations, and related claims.
• Develop and execute labor relations strategies to support company goals.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and labor issues to regional management.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

People management

HR principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

TraPac, Inc. in Oakland, CA is seeking a Manager, Labor Relations to lead regional labor relations, contract negotiations, and grievance resolution.

The role will interact with unions under ILWU-PMA guidelines and require coordination with site leadership to align labor policies with operational objectives. The position operates within TraPac’s 24/7 marine terminal environment, with potential weekend or night shifts to accommodate vessel schedules, arbitration processes, and travel between