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Manager, Employee Relations

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Ford Motor Company

Feb 17

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Dearborn

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's or master’s degree in HR or related field, 8-10 years HR experience, 3-5 years in leadership, and SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification.
  • You will lead HR functions, foster relationships, enhance employee engagement, resolve union issues, and ensure compliance while driving cultural change and talent management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or master’s Degree (preferred) in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience.
  • 8-10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role focused on HR operations and strategic HR leadership.
  • SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic HR leadership in order to solidify HR as the trusted advisor for the different facilities by owning for the full scope of Human Resource (HR) functions including all aspects of, employee relations, hourly relations, union relations, employee benefits, compensation, employee involvement, practices, training, organizational change and development and communications.
  • Builds strong relationships and develops a deep understanding of operations to make informed decisions, provides valuable consulting to leadership, and offers strategic guidance on HR matters that drive sustainable cultural change and supports the achievement of business objectives.
  • Implements annual People metrics, proactively monitoring and collaborating with the HR Director and Operations Leadership to identify and address gaps.
  • Provide coaching to site and regional leaders, fostering their development and enhancing leadership capabilities to enhance operational transformation.
  • Apply lean methodologies and tools with progressive HR practices to guide decision-making, problem-solving, root cause analysis, and drive operations to best in class levels.
  • Foster a high-performance culture that emphasizes inclusivity, innovation, and continuous improvement. Implement initiatives that promote employee engagement, diversity, and professional development, ensuring that all employees feel valued and empowered to contribute their best work.
  • Focus on workforce planning and optimization by identifying key talent needs, enhancing recruitment and retention strategies, and developing comprehensive talent management programs that prepare the workforce to meet current and future demands.
  • Lead and inspire a diverse HR team by fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment that emphasizes continuous development and strategic alignment with organizational and HR-specific goals.
  • Champion HR initiatives that drive performance excellence, employee engagement, and organizational culture. Ensure open communication and innovation, empowering team members to contribute effectively as strategic business partners in advancing the company's success.
  • Enhance collaborative communications by developing and maintaining a robust communication framework that facilitates regular, transparent, and constructive dialogue between union representatives and management.
  • Collaborates closely with Operations Leadership and union representatives to ensure correct implementation and accurate interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement, addressing inquiries, grievances, and other union-related issues for consistent application.
  • Oversees the resolution of employee union issues, such as conflicts, disputes, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fairness, consistency, and timeliness.
  • Co-create and manage innovative labor agreements to ensure the evolving needs of the workforce and business are met. Inclusive of local contract negotiations and administration of existing agreements to maximize the company’s value of said contract, while minimizing contractual leakages and disputes.
  • Oversees and conducts investigations, ensuring that all disciplinary issues, grievances, and arbitration matters are handled in a timely and effective manner. Assesses the severity of each case and escalates significant concerns to the HR Director and/or the Regional HR Sr. Director, as required.
  • Responds to and resolves all types of discrimination charges and complaints and works with legal counsel on lawsuit discovery and litigation preparation. Coordinates with specialists, HR teams, people leaders, and employees for appropriate and fair implementation of people policies ensuring compliance and consistency.
  • Prepares reports and analytics to monitor employee relations trends and identify areas for improvement or intervention.
  • Executes corporate designed products and services impacting both the hourly and salaried populations.
  • Fosters a positive and inclusive hourly and salaried employee experience through proactive initiatives based on feedback through employee opinion surveys, suggestions, and open-door policies to boost engagement and address areas for improvement.
  • Works closely with health and safety leads to address employee health and wellness concerns, implement wellness programs, and partner to improve safety performance for a healthy and safe work environment.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Manager, Employee Relations?

The primary responsibility is to provide strategic HR leadership, focusing on employee relations, labor relations, and enhancing the employee experience in a dynamic and unionized environment.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related discipline is required, along with 8-10 years of progressive HR experience and at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.

Is certification preferred for this role?

Yes, having SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred for this position.

What unique challenges will this role face?

The role will face challenges related to managing HR functions in a dynamic and unionized environment, including navigating labor relations and fostering employee engagement.

What kind of team will the Manager, Employee Relations be leading?

The Manager will be leading a diverse HR team, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment that emphasizes continuous development and strategic alignment with business objectives.

What does the company offer in terms of employee benefits?

The company offers immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, flexible family care, tuition assistance, a generous schedule of paid holidays, and various employee resource groups.

How does the role contribute to the company's culture?

The role contributes by implementing initiatives that promote employee engagement, diversity, professional development, and fostering a high-performance culture of inclusivity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What is the reporting structure for this position?

This position will work closely with Regional and Site Leadership, the HR Director, and central HR teams to align HR functions with strategic business objectives.

Will I be involved in labor negotiations?

Yes, the role involves collaborating closely with Operations Leadership and union representatives, as well as co-creating and managing labor agreements.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the company emphasizes continuous development within the HR team and offers tuition assistance for furthering education.

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Ford Motor Company

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1903
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us. Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.