Employee Relations Manager

Job Summary: The Employee Relations Manager will assist with human resources matters by gathering, collecting, and maintaining documents and records required for contract and policy development, investigations, and negotiations. They will manage the grievance process for CBA locations, conduct HR audits, and ensure company compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The role includes overseeing talent policy creation, reviewing and modifying policies as needed, conducting investigations and preparing disciplinary actions where appropriate, managing offboarding processes, and responding to employment-related claims. Additionally, they will foster relationships with stakeholders and lead strategic projects to enhance compliance and employee relations policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• As this job evolves, there is potential for future direct reports. People management is not a requirement for this position.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Labor & Talent Relations:

• Responsible for handling routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements; refers complex matters to appropriate management staff.
• Serves as the initial contact and liaison for intake and assessment of employee complaints and engages appropriate leadership to work towards resolution.
• Conducts initial interviews and gathers information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informs appropriate HR staff & leadership when additional investigation is required.
• Assists with recordkeeping related to hiring, termination, leave, transfer, and promotion particularly as related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and affirmative action.
• Collects information and data to assess cost and policy implications of negotiations and disputes. This may include management and union proposals, pay scales and wages, benefits, working conditions, and other mitigating circumstances.
• Conducts research and coordinates all efforts of compliance related to human resource policies, compensation, labor negotiations and all other HR programs; collects information, makes recommendations and works with leadership, legal and VP of Human Resources to implement needed actions where appropriate.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources.
• Assists with preparation of plans, policies, documents, and reports including EEO-1, affirmative action plans, organizational charts, labor agreements, and employee handbooks.
• Regularly educate and train HR team regarding new policies, laws and regulations.
• Maintains and expands knowledge and understanding of existing and proposed federal and state laws/regulations affecting human resource management. Identifies trends that could affect organizational objectives and/or operational resources. Interprets appropriate laws and policies and advises management and employees accordingly.
• Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required reporting. Prepares reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as EEOC, DOL, NLRB and other regulatory agencies. Maintains federal and state employment law postings. Handles all internal and external audit coordination related to HR programs, policies or employee benefit offerings.
• Manages the unemployment claims processing, as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant stakeholders and employees by serving as a trusted and knowledgeable Employee Relations leader, ensuring confidentiality and fostering open communication.
• Lead and drive strategic projects to enhance compliance and employee relations processes and policies, serving as the project leader to ensure successful implementation and continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR and contract negotiations.
• Proficient to Intermediate skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience utilizing varied HRIS systems.

Education and Experience:

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or related field or equivalent HR experience required.
• At least 5 years of professional human resource experience required
• At least 3 years of labor/industrial relations experience required.

• Preferred:
• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Manufacturing, Agriculture, or Food & Beverage experience is a plus.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

At Daily's, our mission is to bring excellence to the table. We are proud to live our core values every day.

• We put people first.
• We are committed to always doing the right thing.
• We champion change.
• We win through teamwork.
• We prioritize safety.

Daily's Premium Meats is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.