Strategic HR Partner for Manufacturing & Labor Relations

Wabtec; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking an HR Manager to deliver full-spectrum HR support for multiple entities in Kansas City, MO and McPherson, KS. You will partner with senior leadership, manage talent, performance, change initiatives, and labor relations, ensuring fair treatment and strategic alignment with the business.

On-site role with travel as needed; relocation assistance may be provided. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree and prior HR leadership in manufacturing are highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• At least 3 additional years of experience in a variety of Human Resource positions both staff and client based

Responsibilities

• Serve as active business partner for multiple operating entities.Provide guidance and support for full suite of HR functions, including talent management, performance management, organizational change, policy and process implementation and facilitating team performance.
• Partner with business management to develop appropriate human resource plans in support of key business needs in a dynamic environment and develop / implement appropriate change management plans as required. Including recruiting, selection, as well as restructuring, and reduction of the workforce as needed.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence in areas of organizational talent & strategy, compensation & benefits, HR Operations, and employment counsel to ensure alignment and effectiveness.
• Oversee labor relations for the sites.Ensure alignment with Supply Chain and broader Wabtec labor relations strategy.
• Serve as proxy for the Freight Global Services Supply Chain HR Leader; drive enterprise-wide initiatives and engage with senior leadership team to further HR and organizational objectives.
• Directly manage and coach the HR Generalist in every facet including labor relations, HR business partnership, talent management, and policy and process implementation.
• Provide coaching, advice, council, and support for Leadership, managers, employees and peers.
• Act as an impartial advocate to ensure that all individuals receive fair and equitable treatment.
• Will be expected to be on-site in Kansas City MO, during normal business hours and be willing to travel to McPherson, KC plant as needed.

Skills

HR business partner

Labor relations

Coaching

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is seeking an HR Manager to deliver full-spectrum HR support for multiple entities in Kansas City, MO and McPherson, KS. You will partner with senior leadership, manage talent, performance, change initiatives, and labor relations, ensuring fair treatment and strategic alignment with the business.

On-site role with travel as needed; relocation assistance may be provided. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree and prior HR leadership in manufacturing are highly