Sr. HR/LR Business Partner

Job Description

On-site: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Arlington, Texas plant on a full-time basis.

The Role:

As a member of GM's Human Resources Group you will lead assigned business functions in day-to-day HR and LR activities and provide direction and leadership that aligns and supports our objectives, mission and culture. You will work strategically with assigned functional business leaders to improve working relationships, develop and enforce contractual terms and agreements, build engagement, increase output, attract and retain talent, including collaborating with COEs relative to strategic workforce planning.

What You'll Do:

Labor Relations:

• Provide management representation in administering the provisions of agreements between union and management
• Counsel management in the interpretation of agreements and act as management representative in dealing with the union
• Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
• Advise management and other plant personnel on matters related to Union-Management relationships
• Maintain accurate records pertinent to Labor Relations (i.e. grievance filing, investigations, local agreements and practices, meeting minutes)
• Play a principal role in local negotiations; partnering with operations to identify strategic initiatives that drive competitiveness while focus on the employee experience
• Share regular Labor Relations updates – Shop Committee grievance resolution meeting
• Coordinate the activities of various departments involved in resolving employee grievances
• Organize and develop cases relative to Management’s position within the grievance procedure (e.g., write grievance responses, identify supporting documentation, policies, etc.)
• Conduct investigations as needed
• Coordinate with plant and unit management on matters concerning hourly personnel
• Provide guidance and resolution to conflicts
• Administer shop rules when appropriate
• Provide oversight on cultural trends relative to grievances and take a proactive approach in addressing action plans

Hourly Employment:

• Responsible for ensuring the proper manpower for the plant is maintained and assigned; actively monitoring attrition, retention, and forecasting utilizing data analytics to drive decisions
• Administer hourly hiring, contractual transfer provisions, and separations for permanent, temporary, and part-time employment
• Advise Management, Union and hourly employees on seniority issues
• Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures established by agreements; some direct guidance is received from supervisor
• Frequent involvement with other work groups (i.e. Benefits, Payroll, IT, National Employment Placement Center, Sedgwick, etc.) regarding employee issues, downstream data problems, or other pertinent matters)
• Ensure data integrity within Workday for workforce as needed

Salaried Human Resources:

• Influence the strategic agenda of the organization by building relationships at all levels to ensure HR strategy is cascaded and integrated into business strategy
• Work with Sector HR Business Partner and to ensure successful completion of Sector and Global Manufacturing initiatives
• Support Talent Management Process – collaborate with leaders to facilitate talent identification and leadership development in support of workforce succession planning
• Develop content and lead Sub-HRM meetings
• Facilitate annual compensation planning and administration activities
• Interpret human resources management policies and procedures and engage subject matter expert contacts as needed for support
• Counsel/coach leaders and employees on various matters
• Facilitate and/or provide support for internal investigations and Awareline complaints
• Support onboarding and orientation activities for salaried new hires
• Ensure human resource transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner utilizing HR systems
• Serve as contact for student interns
• Complete HR special projects/assignments as requested
• Utilize data analytics to drive decisions to move the business forward, relative to talent, staffing strategies, etc.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related discipline
• 4+ years of experience in Human Resources or Labor Relations
• Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiations and conflict resolution
• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proficient use of HR Systems and computer software application skills (i.e., Workday, Kronos, Ethics Point, etc.)
• Proficient with Data Analysis, and possess strong Microsoft and Excel skills

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience working in a manufacturing and union environment
• UAW contract administration experience
• PHR/SPHR Certification

This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.​