Job description
Join our Industrial Relations team at Midland Manufacturing Group, a leading producer of precision components. We are seeking an experienced IR professional to navigate labor relations, compliance, and workplace policies across multiple facilities.
In this role, you will partner with HR, operations, and leadership to establish fair bargaining practices, improve employee engagement, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements.
This is a strategic position that combines policy development, negotiation, and people leadership to drive operational excellence while protecting the interests of the workforce and the company.
Responsibility
- Lead and manage collective bargaining negotiations with unions, including contract administration and renewal processes.
- Advise senior leadership on labor law compliance, risk assessment, and discipline procedures.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures that align with business goals and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze labor metrics and workforce data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborate with HR business partners to resolve employee relations issues and drive improvement initiatives.
- Provide training to management on grievance handling, performance management, and investigation best practices.
- Coordinate mediation and dispute resolution as needed, including arbitration support.
- Support rollout of compensation and benefits changes in line with collective agreements.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, law, or related field; JD or labor relations certification preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in industrial relations, labor law, or union-management relations in a manufacturing setting.
- Strong knowledge of NLRA or relevant labor statutes and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven track record in collective bargaining, contract administration, and negotiations.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
- Experience with HRIS and workforce analytics; proficient in data-driven decision making.
- Strong communication, conflict resolution, and investigation skills.
- Ability to travel up to 15-20% and work cross-functionally across sites.