Serve as the main liaison between MRAS HR team, leadership and union representatives, fostering a collaborative, transparent, and productive labor management relationship.
Lead the administration, interpretation, and communication of the collective bargaining agreement.
Develop and implement labor relations strategies that support operational goals, workforce stability, and a positive employee experience.
Provide guidance to leaders on contract language, grievance handling, discipline, and performance management.
Manage the full grievance process, including investigation, documentation, meetings, and resolution recommendations.
Represent the company in grievance hearings, mediations, and arbitrations as needed.
Coach supervisors and managers on consistent, contract compliant application of policies and corrective actions.
Support preparation for contract negotiations, including data analysis, costing, proposals, and strategy development.
Ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws (NLRA, FLSA, FMLA, EEO, etc.).
Partner with Legal and HR to mitigate risk and maintain documentation standards.
Support initiatives that strengthen communication, trust, and engagement across the unionized workforce.
Mentor, coach, and develop Labor Relations staff to build capability, consistency, and bench strength.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience, including at least 3 years of labor relations or employee relations experience in a unionized environment
Strong knowledge of labor law, grievance procedures, and collective bargaining
Demonstrated experience advising leaders and resolving complex workplace issues
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to be on site any shift as required to address labor relations issues