Description
Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time
basis.
The Role
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.
What You'll Do
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
Hourly Employment:
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.
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
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 effective interpersonal skills in facilitation, coaching
others, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
Strong and proficient data analytics, process analytics, organizational
and project management skills
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.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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.
PHR/SPHR Certification preferred.
This position will require periodic off-shift work
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT
APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B,
TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion
and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world
better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all
must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive
meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work
Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides
employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on
achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every
employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to
feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of
discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We
strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our
employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We
understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences
whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer
opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and
qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and
capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age,
race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is
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