General Manager - IR/ER - Mfg/Auto

Key Responsibilities:

- Manages the administration and implementation of the organization's labor relations programs, policies and procedures;

- Manages conflicts and the grievance process, prepares for arbitration, and interprets labor contracts.

- Manages the investigation of unfair labor practices and other labor relations issues.

- Participates in the collective bargaining negotiation preparation process including terms and cost analysis; with legal counsel, participates in the collective bargaining process.

- Mediates workplace conflicts and prepares disciplinary actions, grievances and arbitration.

- Maintains an understanding of local and national employment legislation matters; understands where to find information sources on this topic and how to apply the information; coaches management on the latest employment legislation matters.

- Understands business strategies and initiatives, such as safety, security, and productivity, to act as a resource for management and line human resources regarding labor relations.

- Maintains a business partnership with both the labor organization and company representatives; anticipates labor issues and plans for solutions.

- Manages, coaches and mentors direct reports; assigns work according to availability, skills, and developmental needs; assesses performance and provides feedback to direct reports.

Skills:

- Importance of Leadership Competencies increases with broadened scope and responsibilities.

- Conducting an Investigation- Possesses in depth knowledge of business ethics policies and practices, and utilizes that knowledge to determine the appropriate course of action. Recommends appropriate resolutions and follow up actions as a result of investigations, taking into consideration the organizational environment. Has experience training, coaching, developing and influencing others as it pertains to the investigation process.

- Employment Law - Has a good understanding of employment laws that frequently impact the workplace. Has experience making appropriate decisions and consultation with an expert in the field.

- Labor Contract Administration - Demonstrates knowledge of the intent of the labor agreement and the concept of past practice, and applies that knowledge to resolve issues raised by employees and/or managers.

- Demonstrates the ability to develop a positive working relationship with union leaders, management, and union members.

- Labor Law - Demonstrated ability to consult all levels of the organization on issues and decisions requiring extensive knowledge of labor law.

- Compensation Administration - Possesses a basic knowledge of pay systems, merit pay structure, and variable pay compensation structures.

- Benefits Design and Administration - Experience and general knowledge of various benefit programs. A resource for employee questions regarding benefit programs.

- Communication - Significant experience in written and verbal communication and should be capable of communicating effectively to all levels within and outside the company.

Educational Qualification: MBA/MSW/PG Diploma in Labour Law(Full Time)