Manager, Employee Relations - Ktp

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

As part of our Human Resources team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You’ll play a vital role in defining, developing and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We’re seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best.

In this position...

• Analyze data to proactively identify and diagnose business needs/ opportunities and develop solution to meet customer
• Analyzes data and uses technology to anticipate business needs / opportunities and translates business strategies into actionable HR plans, products, and services
• We are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

What you'll do...

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated conflict Management skills
• Previous HR experience
• Team oriented, strong drive for results
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and persuasion skills
• Building strong relationships with operations partners, Union Representation, HR colleagues and experts and other business partners to jointly deliver business objectives and resolve issues
• Coordinating and assist in UAW contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing administration of the Salaried Bargaining Unit Master and Local Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Demonstrated ability to lead, empower and develop employees
• Ability to guide and influence at all levels
• Coach and develop the Salaried Personnel, Medical Department, and Training Department Personnel at the plant
• Leading the day-to-day functions of the Salaried Personnel Office
• Fosters an effective, inclusive work environment / culture and relationships, balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company goals and values
• Investigating and preparing responses to Outside Agency Complaints (EEOC & NLRB)
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Analyzes data and uses technology to anticipate business needs / opportunities and translates business strategies into actionable HR plans, products, and services
• Presence to successfully represent Ford Motor Company and interface with government agencies
• Supporting salaried personnel recruiting and hiring, Personnel Matters activities, and HR Business Office programs
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team
• Demonstrated experience with delivering HR process improvement actions
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Coach, Counsel and educate Salaried operations partners on HR Policies, Processes, Programs and Strategies
• Fostering an effective, inclusive work environment/ culture and relationships, balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company goals and values
• Analyze data to proactively identify and diagnose business needs/ opportunities and develop solution to meet those needs You'll have...
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Even better, you may have...

• Self-starter with multitasking experience within a fluid, dynamic environment, including ability to manage time and resources
• Successful candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership in behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
• Master's degree
• Experience working with union in manufacturing environment with daily interactions with plant leadership and salaried employees
• HR Business Partner experience including project management, change management and/or organizational development

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized backup childcare, and more
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

2023 New Hire Benefits

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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