Site People Hr/Lr Partner

Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
As a member of GM's Human Resources Group you will lead assigned business functions in day-to-day HR and LR activities and provide direction and leadership that aligns and supports our objectives, mission and culture. You will work strategically with assigned functional business leaders to improve working relationships, develop and enforce contractual terms and agreements, build engagement, increase output, attract and retain talent, including collaborating with COEs relative to strategic workforce planning.
Labor Relations:

• Counsel management in the interpretation of agreements and act as management representative in dealing with the union
• Frequent involvement with other work groups (i.e. Benefits, Payroll, IT, National Employment Placement Center, Sedgwick, etc.) regarding employee issues, downstream data problems, or other pertinent matters)
• Play a principal role in local negotiations; partnering with operations to identify strategic initiatives that drive competitiveness while focus on the employee experience
• Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
• Responsible for ensuring the proper manpower for the plant is maintained and assigned; actively monitoring attrition, retention, and forecasting utilizing data analytics to drive decisions
• Provide management representation in administering the provisions of agreements between union and management
• Provide oversight on cultural trends relative to grievances and take a proactive approach in addressing action plans
• Coordinate the activities of various departments involved in resolving employee grievances
• Conduct special investigations as needed
• Advise management and other plant personnel on matters related to Union-Management relationships
• Coordinate with plant and unit management on matters concerning hourly personnel
• Maintain accurate records pertinent to Labor Relations (i.e. grievance filing, investigations, local agreements and practices, meeting minutes)
• Advise Management, Union and hourly employees on seniority issues
• Administer shop rules when appropriate
• Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
• Administer hourly hiring, contractual transfer provisions, and separations for permanent, temporary, and part-time employment
• Provide guidance and resolution to conflicts
• Organize and develop cases relative to Management’s position within the grievance procedure (e.g., write grievance responses, identify supporting documentation, policies, etc.)
• Ensure data integrity within Workday for workforce as needed
• Share regular Labor Relations updates – Shop Committee grievance resolution meeting

Salaried Human Resources:

• Develop content and lead Sub-HRM meetings
• Interpret human resources management policies and procedures and engage subject matter expert contacts as needed for support
• Support Talent Management Process – collaborate with leaders to facilitate talent identification and leadership development in support of workforce succession planning
• Facilitate annual compensation planning and administration activities
• Work with Sector HR Business Partner and to ensure successful completion of Sector and Global Manufacturing initiatives
• Facilitate and/or provide support for internal investigations and Awareline complaints
• Counsel/coach leaders and employees on various matters
• Ensure human resource transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner utilizing HR systems
• Utilize data analytics to drive decisions to move the business forward, relative to talent, staffing strategies, etc.
• Influence the strategic agenda of the organization by building relationships at all levels to ensure HR strategy is cascaded and integrated into business strategy
• Complete HR special projects/assignments as requested
• Support onboarding and orientation activities for salaried new hires
• Serve as contact for student interns

Additional
Qualifications:

• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan
• Skill and proficiency in a wide range of HR practice areas.
• Proficient with Data Analysis, and possess strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Highly proficient use of HR Systems and computer software application skills (i.e., Workday, Excel, Kronos, Ethicspoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiations and conflict resolution

Education and/or Training:

• Strong and effective interpersonal skills in facilitation, coaching others, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience
• 2+ years of human resources and labor relations experience
• 1+ year plant manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong and proficient data analytics, process analytics, organizational and project management skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Prior human resources or labor relations experience in a unionized manufacturing organization is preferred.
• UAW contract administration experience preferred.
• Workday experience preferred.
• PHR/SPHR Certification preferred.
• Kronos experience preferred.

Competencies:

• Managerial Courage
• Approachability/Empathy
• Influencing without Authority
• Action Orientation
• Comfort around Higher Management
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Data Analytics (ability to use data to tell stories)

**This position will require periodic off-shift work**
Please only apply if you DO NOT need sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. We are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship.
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Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

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