DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Labor Relations Manager to join our team .

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Administer and Implement Labor Relations Programs : By managing the organization's labor relations programs, policies, and procedures, you'll ensure smooth operations and compliance with labor laws.
• Resolve Conflicts and Grievances : Handling conflicts and the grievance process, preparing for arbitration, and interpreting labor contracts will help maintain a harmonious workplace.
• Investigate Labor Issues : Managing investigations of unfair labor practices and other labor relations issues will protect the organization from legal risks and ensure fair treatment of employees.
• Support Collective Bargaining : Participating in the collective bargaining negotiation preparation process, including terms and cost analysis, and working with legal counsel will help secure favorable agreements.
• Mediate and Prepare for Arbitration : Mediating workplace conflicts and preparing disciplinary actions, grievances, and arbitration will ensure fair and effective resolution of disputes.
• Stay Informed on Employment Legislation : Maintaining an understanding of local and national employment legislation and coaching management on these matters will keep the organization compliant and up-to-date.
• Align with Business Strategies : Understanding business strategies and initiatives, such as safety, security, and productivity, will enable you to act as a valuable resource for management and HR regarding labor relations.
• Lead and Develop Your Team : Managing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports, assigning work according to availability, skills, and developmental needs, and providing performance feedback will foster a strong and capable team.

• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Demonstrates self-awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Manages ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Organizational savvy - Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
• Persuades - Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
• Self-development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Conducting An Investigation - Utilizes interpersonal skills, sound judgment and investigation tools/process to resolve reported violations of Cummins standards in a way that promotes our values and ethical principles; conducts effective interviews and analyzes information; clearly articulates findings and makes recommendations verbally and in writing.
• Human Resources Consulting - Collaborates with partners to observe the environment and apply sound judgment informed by knowledge, skills, and experiences to diagnose, identify and optimize opportunities to provide holistic solutions, while balancing the needs of stakeholders, primarily employees, with those of the organization.
• Labor Relations - Practices employee relations at sites where employees are represented by third parties; applies knowledge of labor law; negotiates, interprets and implements the language of collectively bargained agreements.
• Data Analytics - Discovers, interprets and communicates qualitative and quantitative data; determines conclusions relying on knowledge of business or functional frameworks; simultaneously applies statistics, data validity, data visualization, and problem solving approaches to effectively extract meaningful patterns and business insights; presents conclusions and outcomes that enable data driven business decisions.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience required.

• Significant relevant work experience required.

• Must have led contract negotiations.
• Must have the power of influence to persuade to accept decisions which are made by corporate office.
• Must be able to develop good working relationships with unions.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to develop and conduct training.
• Strategic skills are a plus. Must be patient and resilient.