Site People Operations & Labor Leader

Momentive; Friendly (WV); On-site; USD 98,000 - 143,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) savings plan with employer match

25 days Paid Time Off plus holidays

Job summary

Momentive is seeking a Site People Operations & Labor Leader to lead HR and labor relations at its Sistersville manufacturing facility. This position is essential in ensuring a stable labor environment and shaping leadership practices over time.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in labor relations, particularly in manufacturing, with a strong background in union management and U.S. labor laws. The role includes leading a small HR team and fostering a culture of direct engagement and accountability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in labor relations within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing union relationships.
• Proven ability to influence and challenge leaders constructively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the site’s labor relations strategy.
• Champion a work environment of effectiveness and fairness.
• Oversee grievances, investigations, and arbitration processes.
• Deliver HR excellence through oversight of the complete employee lifecycle.

Skills

Labor relations

Union management

Communication

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

U.S. labor laws knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Labor Relations

Job description

Job Title

Site People Operations & Labor Leader

Job Summary

We are seeking a Site People Operations & Labor Leader to lead HR and labor relations at our Sistersville manufacturing facility (400+ employees). This role is responsible for both:

• Ensuring a stable, high-performing labor environment today, and
• Shaping how leaders lead and how people practices evolve over time

You will serve as a key member of the site leadership team, while also leading and developing a small HR team that delivers day-to-day excellence. This role is ideal for someone who:

• Thrives in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Is equally comfortable on the plant floor and influencing senior leaders
• Wants to lead people, not just processes
• Brings both operational discipline and strategic perspective

Your Team

Directly lead and develop a team of 2:

• People Operations Generalist
• People Operations Talent & Retention Specialist

Accountable For

• Setting priorities and ensuring execution across all HR activities
• Coaching and developing team capability
• Elevating the team from transactional delivery to proactive partnership

Responsibilities

• Lead People & Labor Strategy – Own and evolve the site’s labor relations strategy, including union engagement and collective bargaining support; Partner with site leadership to align workforce and labor strategy to business needs; Identify trends and drive systemic, root‑cause improvements.
• Strengthen the Environment – Champion a work environment that strengthens leadership effectiveness, fairness, and consistency; Equip leaders with the skills and confidence to lead, engage, and respond to employee concerns early and effectively; Identify and address root causes of dissatisfaction; Partner with leadership to build a culture of direct engagement, trust, and accountability across both union and non‑union populations.
• Visible Partner to Operations – Maintain a strong presence on the plant floor to build trust and stay connected to employee realities; Coach leaders on people leadership, performance management, and decision‑making; Facilitate team sessions and drive leadership alignment.
• Lead Labor Relations Execution – Oversee grievances, investigations, and arbitration processes; Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant discipline and employee relations practices; Build and maintain a constructive relationship with union representatives; Shape leadership culture.
• Deliver HR Excellence – Oversee the full employee lifecycle (hiring, onboarding, development, retention); Partner with COEs to implement HR programs and policies effectively; Ensure strong execution, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• 10+ years of experience in labor relations within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience managing union relationships, grievances, and arbitration processes
• Experience leading and developing HR team members
• Strong knowledge of U.S. labor laws (NLRB and related regulations)
• Proven ability to influence and challenge leaders constructively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Preferred

• Advanced degree in Labor or Industrial Relations
• Experience driving culture, leadership, or organizational transformation
• Track record of improving both operations and systems—not just resolving issues

What We Offer

Base Pay Range: $98,000 - $143,550 (actual salary determined by education, experience, skill set, and geography)

Eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. Additional benefits include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage
• Paid parental leave for birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
• Short‑term disability with 100% base salary coverage
• Company‑funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets
• 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays; additional time off with years of service
• 401(k) savings plan with 5% employer match and additional contribution based on years of service
• Student debt pay‑off program
• Professional development programs and courses
• Wellness programs and financial education

EEO Statement

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

Employment Requirements

Applicants are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned on the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.