Job Title: Employee Relations Specialist
Department: TP)Human Resources Team
Shift: C/D Shift; Nights 545pm-6am, 2-2-3 fixed schedule
Direct Report: Employee Relations Senior Specialist

About the Employee Relations Specialist position

We are looking for an experienced Specialist to lead HR Employee Relations (night shift) to actively participate in establishing positive employee relations within the Company. This includes actively leading and supporting the activities and staff involved in developing and maintaining employee relation activities, policies, and procedures. Maintains and promotes effective employee relations objectives and programs which support the attainment of company objectives through proper utilization of human resources. This role is to evolve into a force for continuous improvement of employee morale while maintaining orderly utilization of human capital through ensuring Company policies and procedures are adhered to.

The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of Human Resources as well as general administrative responsibilities. You will be able to work autonomously and efficiently to ensure the end-to-end running of HR projects and operations. To succeed in this role, you should be familiar using HR software and tools.

Ultimately, you should be able to contribute to the attainment of specific goals and results of the HR department and the organization.

Employee Relations Specialist responsibilities are:

• Leads the interpretation and implementation of established human resources policies and procedures throughout the company
• Leads the overall direction of the Company employee relations, training programs, and ensures compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity regulations
• Maintains government contacts and up-to-date information on regulations and laws affecting employee relations
• Assists in promoting and enhancing the Company’s image
• Participates in community affairs and represents the company in professional organizations
• Develops and recommends programs for the establishment of performance standards for employees
• Assists in developing methods for establishing standards for hourly & salaried personnel
• Recruits, interviews, and references applicants for open positions. Works with outside consultants as necessary
• Analyse issues such as absenteeism, leave status, consistent policy application, safety, productivity, etc. to determine employee relations climate and to drive approved recommendations for improvement
• Leads and drives the development and coordination of programs and plans to improve employee morale and ensure employee involvement
• Recommends and coordinates training and management development activities
• Comply with and actively support the health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures of the Company
• Must effectively utilize time and prioritize activities to ensure at least 50% of time is spent on workforce development and morale enhancement
• Must operate as an advocate for both employees and the Company consistent with Company policies, external laws and regulations and common sense
• Leads internal investigations and audits regarding compliance with external laws, regulations, and applicable Company policies
• Follows Company policies and procedures in assisting with employment determinations
• Perform other duties as required

Employee Relations Specialist requirements are:

Education:

• (Required) Bachelor’s Degree
• (Preferred) Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior/Psychology, or a closely related major

Experience:

• (Required) Several years of relevant HR experience or 2 years of direct HR-Employee Relations experience
• (Preferred) Managerial experience
• (Preferred) Previous experience in the manufacturing industry

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.