Employee & Labor Relations Manager

Twin Rivers Paper • Madawaska, ME, US • $82.15k - $110k / year • 1m ago

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Labor/Employee Relations Manager to join our team. This role is essential in fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring effective communication between employees and management. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in labor relations, investigations, negotiating and conflict resolution.

Duties

Handle routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements
Serve as the initial contact for intake and assessment of Union complaints
Analyze and interpret the intent, spirit and terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreements (“CBA”)
Participate in the Company’s long-term planning and implementation of the CBA as it relates to labor relations
Compile information and develop statistical reports on all matters pertaining to the CBA. Develop recommendations consistent with the CBA and current labor practices under regulations and statutes. Develop and writing policy based on approved recommendations
Participate in labor contract negotiations and identify bargaining issues
Assist with hiring and termination of bargaining unit employees and recordkeeping for affirmative action compliance
Maintain knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources
Assist with preparation of documents and records for meetings with labor organizations as well as attend meetings
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications