What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant position at Acro?
What You'll Do
Promote a positive working relationship with the union through consistent application of local and national agreements
Negotiate and implement local and national agreements
Participate in Joint Leadership Meetings and activities
Ensure adherence to the Grievance Procedure
Provide HR leadership for the site (i.e. talent planning, performance management, compensation planning, recruiting and selection, etc.)
Ensure compliance to policy and support investigations of employee concerns
Manage hourly, contract and salaried employment administration
Facilitate training on HR policies, HR / LR procedures and contractual agreements including the UAW Local and National agreements
Support People Involvement and implementation of our Global Manufacturing System (GMS)
Support Marion Business Plan Deployment
Labor Relations :
Provide management representation in administering the provisions of agreements between union and management
Counsel management in the interpretation of agreements and act as management representative in dealing with the union
Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
Advise management and other plant personnel on matters related to Union-Management relationships
Maintain accurate records pertinent to Labor Relations (i.e. grievance filing, investigations, local agreements and practices, meeting minutes)
Play a principal role in local negotiations; partnering with operations to identify strategic initiatives that drive competitiveness while focus on the employee experience
Share regular Labor Relations updates - Shop Committee grievance resolution meeting
Coordinate the activities of various departments involved in resolving employee grievances
Organize and develop cases relative to Management's position within the grievance procedure (e.g., write grievance responses, identify supporting documentation, policies, etc.)
Conduct special investigations as needed
Coordinate with plant and unit management on matters concerning hourly personnel
Provide guidance and resolution to conflicts
Administer shop rules when appropriate
Provide oversight on cultural trends relative to grievances and take a proactive approach in addressing action plans
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
Administer hourly hiring, contractual transfer provisions, and separations for permanent, temporary, and part-time employment
Advise Management, Union and hourly employees on seniority issues
Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
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)
Ensure data integrity within Workday for workforce as needed
Salaried Human Resources :
Influence the strategic agenda of the organization by building relationships at all levels to ensure HR strategy is cascaded and integrated into business strategy
Work with Sector HR Business Partner and to ensure successful completion of Sector and Global Manufacturing initiatives
Support Talent Management Process - collaborate with leaders to facilitate talent identification and leadership development in support of workforce succession planning
Develop content and lead Sub-HRM meetings
Facilitate annual compensation planning and administration activities
Interpret human resources management policies and procedures and engage subject matter expert contacts as needed for support
Counsel / coach leaders and employees on various matters
Facilitate and / or provide support for internal investigations and Awareline complaints
Support onboarding and orientation activities for salaried new hires
Ensure human resource transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner utilizing HR systems
Serve as contact for student interns
Complete HR special projects / assignments as requested
Utilize data analytics to drive decisions to move the business forward, relative to talent, staffing strategies, etc.
Qualifications :
Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiations and conflict resolution
Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly proficient use of HR Systems and computer software application skills (i.e., Workday, Excel, Kronos, Ethicspoint, etc.)
Proficient with Data Analysis, and possess strong Microsoft Excel skills
Skill and proficiency in a wide range of HR practice areas.
Organized, able to work independently, meet deadlines and thrive in an ambiguous environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding HR / LR matters
Education and / or Training :
Bachelor's Degree HR, LR, Business, related field or equivalent education and experience
3 years of human resources and labor relations experience
1 year manufacturing experience preferred
Strong and effective interpersonal skills in facilitation, coaching others, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
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.
Kronos experience preferred.
Workday experience preferred.
UAW contract administration experience preferred.
Labor Relations Certification preferred.
Competencies :
Influencing without Authority
Managerial Courage
Action Orientation
Comfort around Higher Management
Dealing with Ambiguity
Data Analytics (ability to use data to tell stories)
Approachability / Empathy
