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Our Labor Relations Specialist position is both a strategic and hands-on role. It will require the ability to handle multiple priorities, engage with our business partners and lead change.You will provide guidance to management and staff in the interpretation of and adherence to human resource policies, collective bargaining agreements, and state and federal laws. Investigate employee complaints and provides guidance on resolution. Coordinate grievance procedures; provide support during union contract negotiations, arbitrations and mediations.\nPosting Information\nWe provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.\nWe Take Care of Our Team\nPosition offers a starting salary range of $104,000 - $133,000 USD\nPay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience\nBenefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 15calendar holidays;8 weekspaid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.\nWhat You Drive at DTNA\nBuild and maintain positive working relationships with operations partners, union representatives, human resources colleagues and other business partners to jointly deliver strategic objectives and resolve issues.\nSupport HR efforts related to investigations, governmental inquiries/charges, grievance resolution, performance and absence management, complaints of unfair employment practices/discrimination, and disciplinary action.\nInvestigate and resolve grievances.\nAct as liaison and counsel for employees and Management to assist with Human Resource related issues and to promote good working relationships, consistency and high morale.\nProvide day to day counsel and support to Management to ensure consistent application and interpretation of the Company’s personnel policies, the collective bargaining agreement, and state labor requirements.\nPromote and support goals aimed at increasing efficiency and profitability, improving morale and reducing absenteeism.\nPrepare information and testimony to best represent interpretation of contractual/legal issues.\nSupport the recruitment, screening, and selection of employees and present HR topics in new employee orientation.\nCoordinate employee movement (job transfers/ramp-ups/layoffs/recalls) to ensure sufficient coverage to meet production requirements, while adhering to the labor agreement requirements.\nAdminister the plant drug and alcohol programs.\nResearch and assist in negotiating labor contracts.\nEstablish and maintain unemployment contacts and provide unemployment requested information.\nInterpret and administer company Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Plan and Family Medical Leave Act programs. Conduct training, collect data and perform plant reporting as required. Participate in handling of employee EEO/AAP and FMLA concerns.\nOther duties and projects as assigned.\nKnowledge You Should Bring\nBachelors degree from an accredited college/university.\nJuris Doctorate or Masters in Human Resources or Labor Relations with 2+ years of labor experience or 6 years of labor experience in lieu of them.\nLabor law and regulations, arbitration case preparation and presentation experience.\nExperience conducting investigations.\nGrievance process knowledge.\nConflict resolution and Labor Contract negotiation skills.\nAn attached resume is required.\nExceptional Candidates Might Have\nSHRM, PHR, SPHR or related certification.\nExperience in a unionize manufacturing environment.\nExperience with Workday, WFM (or payroll systems).\nExperience applying attendance programs.\n#LI-LL1 - LI-Hybrid\nWhere We Work\nThis position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-\nHigh Point, NC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.Schedule Type:\nOnsiteAt Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.\nThat is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.\nAdditional Information\nThis position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application\nFinal candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check\nFinal candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen\nContractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions\nEEO - Disabled/Veterans\nDaimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.\nFor an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. 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