Description Overview: A Senior Labor Relations Manager in a unionized manufacturing company serves as the key leader in establishing and maintaining positive labor relations between the organization and its unionized workforce. This role oversees labor contract negotiations, grievance management, and compliance with labor laws, while fostering a collaborative environment that supports business objectives. This leader must possess deep knowledge of collective bargaining processes, labor law, and employee relations in manufacturing settings. Key Responsibilities: Labor Relations Strategy: + Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with organizational goals and union agreements (Source: RH Acronym Guide – Enterprise Values context). + Advise leadership on complex labor relations matters to mitigate risks and promote positive employee relations. Union Contract Negotiations: + Lead and manage collective bargaining negotiations, ensuring alignment with legal standards and organizational priorities. + Analyze union proposals and prepare counteroffers to maintain efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Grievance and Dispute Resolution: + Oversee grievance processes, managing escalations and arbitrations, while ensuring consistency and fairness. + Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert in resolving labor disputes and fostering open communication with union representatives. Compliance and Investigations: + Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, such as the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and OSHA regulations. + Conduct investigations into complaints, ensuring timely resolution that complies with company policies and collective bargaining agreements. Training and Development: + Provide training to management and supervisors on labor relations topics, such as employee engagement, contract interpretation, and legal compliance. + Support the development of a culture of inclusion, respect, and compliance, in line with corporate Enterprise Values (Source: RH Acronym Guide – Integrity and Inclusion). Union and Stakeholder Communication: + Build and maintain constructive relationships with union business representatives, employees, and organizational leadership. + Act as a key point of contact for union leadership, maintaining an environment of transparency and accountability in communications. Reporting and Metrics: + Develop and maintain labor relations reports, identifying trends impacting workforce harmony and operational efficiency. + Provide leadership with recommendations to improve the labor relations climate based on data-driven insights. This position is ideal for professionals with a strategic mindset, a deep knowledge of labor unions, and a passion for fostering positive labor-management relationships in a manufacturing environment. Requirements Qualifications: + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). + Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years in labor relations or human resources, with significant experience managing unionized environments in manufacturing. + Skills/Abilities: + Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. + In-depth understanding of union contracts, labor laws, and grievance processes. + Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. + Proven ability to balance organizational goals with positive labor relations. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .