HR Generalist/Labor Relations Specialist

Immediate opening for a Human Resources Generalist/Labor Relations Specialist in University Park, Illinois

Responsibilities

• Responsible for HR Generalist activities including recruitment and selection, onboarding, associate relations, coaching, performance management, corrective action, team building, leadership, organizational development, change management, training, and exit interviews.

• Actively manage negotiation processes and outcomes for three collective bargaining agreements, providing research and insight for contract preparation.

• Interpret collective bargaining agreements and determine the company's position on contract discrepancies, violations, and disciplinary matters.

• Monitor and report on cases to ensure timely and consistent management and documentation of employee relations issues, including grievances, investigations, and performance issues.

• Recommend appropriate changes in policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, reduce absenteeism, and achieve cost savings and other benefits for the company.

• Facilitate talent and succession planning, career pathing, performance appraisal processes, and other project management activities.

• Initiate proactive partnerships with functional managers to identify opportunities to improve business results.

• Provide both strategic and day-to-day tactical HR support for assigned client groups.

• Examine organizational structures and work processes, recommending improvements.

• Assist and implement strategies to retain key associates and create a positive and productive work environment and culture with a focus on talent management and retention.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and HR trends, standards, and best practices, and stay abreast of applicable human resources regulations and trends.

• Establish and maintain department records and reports, participate in department meetings, and attend other meetings such as seminars and operations meetings.

• Prepare and present required and special reports for contract negotiations, attendance, and other areas, developing and implementing programs to address employee morale.

• Coordinate special meetings of employees and training classes as requested by management to ensure employees are current on issues involving contract administration, business conduct, harassment, and other topics.

• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, or a related field.

• 4-6 years of HR experience within a union/manufacturing environment.

• Extensive experience with union negotiations, contracts, and employment laws.

• Knowledgeable about FMLA and ADA Accommodations.

• Experience with HR systems such as Kronos, UltiPro, or UKG.

  About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.