Job Description

A leading industrial organization is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to oversee HR generalist functions at a major manufacturing site comprising approximately 255 non-union and 359 union-represented employees. This individual will also serve as the primary lead for Labor Relations, managing activities for four (4) Bargaining Units.

Key Responsibilities

General HR Leadership:

• Lead HR initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes for new and transferring associates.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs at the site level.
• Develop and support learning and development programs.
• Oversee employee relations, engagement, and retention in collaboration with site leadership.
• Monitor attendance, leave of absence, ADA compliance, and payroll processes.
• Develop and administer HR policies, manage corrective action procedures, and conduct compliant investigations.
• Ensure accurate staffing processes, file maintenance, and documentation practices.
• Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and required company training programs.

Labor Relations Leadership:

• Conduct research and business costing in preparation for contract negotiations.
• Lead first chair union contract negotiations, including mediation and strike preparedness activities.
• Manage grievance and arbitration procedures.
• Write and interpret contract language; participate in Master Agreement bargaining processes.
• Foster positive relationships with union leadership, government agencies, and company representatives to resolve grievances and contractual matters.

Compliance and Collaboration:

• Ensure activities align with applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, food safety, responsible care).
• Work collaboratively with individuals across diverse functions and backgrounds.
• Be available to work extra hours or overtime to support site operations when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a heavy industrial environment such as chemical manufacturing, refining, or related sectors.
• Direct experience managing multiple unions and leading contract negotiations.
• HR certifications and training in change management preferred.
• Proficiency with Workday, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, internet research, and email communications.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card.

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