Strategic HR Generalist: Union Relations & Compliance

Perrigo Company plc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo Company plc in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist to serve as the primary on-site HR partner for a unionized manufacturing facility.

You will oversee labor relations, employee investigations, onboarding, payroll support, and compliance while partnering with site leadership to balance employee advocacy with business needs.

The role requires strong labor law knowledge, investigative rigor, and the ability to drive consistency in HR practices across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or related field.
• 5-8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum 3 years supporting a unionized manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and managing complex employee relations issues.
• Knowledge of labor law, collective bargaining agreements, grievance processes, and employment regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for union-related matters at the facility.
• Interpret and administer CBAs and ensure consistent application of contractual provisions.
• Partner with operations leaders to address employee concerns, contract compliance issues, and workplace disputes.
• Investigate, document, and respond to grievances in accordance with the CBA.
• Participate in labor-management meetings and maintain productive relationships with union representatives.
• Assist with preparation and support for collective bargaining negotiations, arbitrations, and other labor-related proceedings.
• Provide guidance to leaders regarding labor laws, contract interpretation, and employee relations matters.
• Conduct timely, thorough, and objective investigations involving employee complaints, misconduct allegations, policy violations, harassment, discrimination, attendance issues, and workplace conflicts.
• Maintain detailed investigation documentation and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Coach leaders on performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee communications.
• Support conflict resolution efforts while ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance with company policies.
• Promote a positive employee experience through effective communication and responsiveness to employee concerns.
• Manage daily HR operations for the site, including employee onboarding, orientation, transfers, promotions, and separations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems data.
• Administer attendance tracking, leave of absence processes, and return-to-work programs.
• Support payroll, benefits administration, and employee life-cycle activities as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company employment policies and regulations.
• Partner with leaders on recruitment, staffing, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement programs.
• Facilitate training programs related to leadership development, performance management, workplace policies, and compliance.
• Analyze turnover, absenteeism, and employee relations trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment regulations, and company policies.
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain knowledge of changing employment and labor legislation.
• Assist with development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Act as a trusted advisor to site leaders on employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce issues.
• Support change management initiatives and organizational projects.
• Drive consistency in HR practices and decision-making across the facility.
• Provide HR metrics and insights to support business decisions.

Skills

Labor relations

Employee investigations

Performance management

Employee relations

Conflict resolution

Policy administration

HR analytics

Communication

HRIS / MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perrigo Company plc in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist to serve as the primary on-site HR partner for a unionized manufacturing facility.

You will oversee labor relations, employee investigations, onboarding, payroll support, and compliance while partnering with site leadership to balance employee advocacy with business needs.

The role requires strong labor law knowledge, investigative rigor, and the ability to drive consistency in HR practices across the site.