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LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST

Howmet Aerospace
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Whitehall, MI 49461, US

Salary

$57,000 - $68,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • Howmet Aerospace is seeking a candidate for a human resources role focused on employee relations, offering a salary of $75,000 per year.
  • The position requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a human resources role responsible for employee relations.
  • Key responsibilities include administering the Labor Agreement, investigating grievances, and fostering positive relationships between the Company and the Union.
  • Candidates should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with the ability to handle various workplace situations effectively.
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required, preferably in Human Resources or a related field.

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: TwitterInstagramFacebookLinkedIn and YouTube

Job Roles 

  • Fair and ethical--operates with unquestioned integrity; helps others adhere to rules and enforce them when necessary; evaluates difficult situations with impartiality
  • Relationship and communication--trustworthy and confidential; engenders confidence from involved parties even when their perspectives differ; provides clarity; presents calmness; respects others; keeps others abreast of developments that could affect them; responsive
  • Organization and structure--detail and follow through oriented; keeps accurate records; issues reports and rulings in a timely fashion; coordinates interventions and engagements as appropriate
  • Analytical--asks good questions; able to sort fact from fiction; understands give and take both situationally and at enterprise level; reads people well
  • Presence--honest and direct; influences through discernment; factual and no-nonsense yet approachable; looks for common ground and ways for everyone to prosper; listens well; sets tone for the interaction of others; decisive and ready with recommendations; capable to represent company
  • Proactive--anticipates potential issues; provides information and counsel in advance; gives refreshers and reminders to ensure alignment and continuous operation
  • Flexibility--manages time and energy well; makes decisions based on information available; handles a variety of situations in a day; switches between applications seamlessly; delivers according to varying key success measures; adapts well to changes in the business environment and spur of the moment needs

Responsibilities

  • With the assistance of the Labor Relations Manager, administers the Labor Agreement by overseeing the consistent enforcement of work rules, practices and policies for the hourly union workforce.
  • Investigates and resolves complaint/grievance activity. 
  • Reviews and/or prepares employment related documents related to grievances; work with managers/supervisors to collect documentation/data for responding to union information requests and producing reports.
  • Conducts investigations in all potential discipline situations and with Labor Relations Manager, determines disciplinary action (if any).
  • Assists with interpreting union contract language and provides answers for all Facilitators and Managers responsible for contract implementation. This includes Facilitators training and communication on contract “meaning/intent.”
  • Fosters a positive and constructive relationship between the Company and the Union.
  • Ensures compliance with contractual requirements to minimize financial responsibility due to contract violations including attendance and pay related issues.
  • Assist with managing the Apprenticeship Program.  This involves monitoring the program, employee progress, determination of rotation schedule and assignments, and reviews program content.
  • Administer the grievance process, including classifying and recording grievances in the tracker, scheduling meetings, and managing timelines in all steps of the grievance process.
  • Manage the electronic document system for all grievances, arbitrations, memorandums of understandings, etc.
  • Investigate workplace issues/employee concerns raised through the Company’s compliance line, as well as internal problem resolution.
  • Partner with the HR Leave coordinator, and the onsite medical department to resolve issues related to leaves of absence, including restrictions and accommodation requests.
  • Assist with managing the 64-hour rule for the campus, including tracking waivers and updating monthly metrics.
  • Complies with all Howmet EHS rules required for the work environment.
  • Performs other duties, as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a human resources role responsible for employee relations
  • Must be able to be flexible with hours to cover shifts as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

 

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