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Illuminate USA · 3 months ago

Employee & Labor Relations Specialist Senior

Pataskala, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Illuminate USA is a transformative solar panel manufacturing company located in Central Ohio, rapidly growing with a vision to establish one of the largest operations in the Western Hemisphere. They are seeking an experienced Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to provide guidance on labor relations issues, manage grievances, and ensure compliance with agreements and laws.

ManufacturingRenewable EnergySolar

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to ensure consistent compliance across the organization

Act as a point of contact for union representatives on employee concerns, grievances, and workplace matters

Track, document, and respond to grievances, ensuring timely and accurate resolution

Lead complex and sensitive investigations into allegations of harassment, discrimination, misconduct, retaliation, and workplace disputes

Collect and analyze evidence, conduct witness interviews, and prepare detailed investigation reports

Provide findings and actionable recommendations to leadership in alignment with company policy, CBAs, and legal standards

Manage grievance cases from intake through resolution, maintaining accurate documentation and communication

Partner with managers, HR, and legal counsel to resolve disputes in compliance with CBAs and employment laws

Identify and track grievance trends, escalating systemic issues to leadership as needed

Prepare grievance cases for arbitration. Ensure witnesses are reliable and prepared to testify in arbitration hearings

Prepare arbitration files and ensure all evidence is captured and available for hearings

Review, interpret, and enforce workplace policies to ensure fairness and compliance

Identify employee relations risks and recommend proactive strategies to minimize future disputes

Monitor changes in labor and employment law, advising leadership on necessary policy and practice updates

Coach and support managers in handling employee relations matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions

Develop and deliver training programs to enhance leadership capabilities in employee and labor relations

Qualification

Labor relations expertiseGrievance handlingInvestigationsLabor law knowledgeSHRM certificationManufacturing experienceCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skills