What are the responsibilities and job description for the Labor Relations/Safety Representative position at KUKA?
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The employee performs a wide variety of confidential Human Resources related clerical duties in the following functional areas: employment, employee relations, safety and training. Assist in the implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required:
- Compose memos, letters, departmental correspondence, projects, reports, documents and disciplinary notices as needed or required.
- Maintain confidential department files on employment, labor, safety, and training.
- Aid with Labor Relations and Safety activities.
- Consults with Senior HR Generalist for payroll and benefit matters for employees.
- Responsible for being the Senior HR Generalist Backup, as needed.
- Post internal hourly openings assist departments in filling these positions.
- Assist Lead Labor Relations Specialist as required or requested, in assessing and communicating hourly manpower needs or requests.
- Conduct new hire orientation and safety training for hourly, salaried and temporary personnel.
- Coordinate various general facility training classes and document those classes in e-Drive (Entropy) as required.
- Monitor & track probationary evaluation status for hourly employees.
- Assist the Lead Labor Relations Specialist in maintaining company accident reports and OSHA Log.
- Conduct formal investigations for safety incidents or concerns and document the findings. Prepare disciplinary actions as necessary.
- Consult with management, regarding employee discipline. Prepare and administer disciplinary write-ups as appropriate.
- Track attendance for hourly employees daily.
- Post weekly schedule requirements for all hourly employees.
- Coordinate forklift training classes and maintain forklift license log.
- Assist all departments with resolution, interpretation and communication of labor relations issues that may arise.
- Coordinate monthly portable fire extinguisher inspection for KTPO and other safety inspections as necessary.
- Completes the appropriate training to sign medical waste manifests.
- Assure the proper safety equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available for employees and visitors daily.
- Track the annual prescription safety eyeglass usage.
- Participate in the facility safety committee, act as a facility emergency responder, and serve in the emergency evacuation team.
- Maintain plant bulletin boards, posting announcements and memos as appropriate.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Five (5) years’ experience in the Human Resources or related field. Manufacturing and union experience.
- Working knowledge of Federal and State employment law compliance.
- Willing to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
- Basic computer skills, emphasis on MS Excel and MS Word
- Knowledge of e-Drive (Entropy)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
- Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred, but not mandatory.
KUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and 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, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
