The Senior Labor Relations Specialist is a mid-level professional responsible for providing advanced labor relations support in a unionized Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility. This position requires increased independence, judgment, and accountability for complex grievance handling, labor risk mitigation, collective bargaining preparation and partners closely with Plant Leadership to support business objectives while maintaining a stable and compliant labor environment.
Maintain and foster productive working relationships with hourly, salaried, and union-represented employees
Serve as a primary facility resource for interpretation and administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Lead the review, investigation, and resolution of employee grievances through all non-arbitration steps
Prepare grievance files, exhibits, timelines, and witness summaries to support arbitration proceedings
Participate in collective bargaining preparation, including proposal development and issue analysis
Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors on just cause, progressive discipline, and contract compliance
Investigate employee relations matters and ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes
Analyze grievance, absenteeism, and turnover trends; develop action plans to support labor stability
Ensure compliance with NLRB standards and applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA)
Support timekeeping, attendance, and payroll-related labor issue resolution
Maintain accurate labor relations documentation, reports, and metrics
Perform additional duties as required to meet departmental and business needs
Bachelor’s Degree in HR or HR related field
PHR or SHRM CP Certification preferred
2-4 years of experience in unionized manufacturing required
Prior experience sitting through unionized negotiations and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) preferred
FMLA and Medical Leave Administration Experience required
Knowledge of State and Federal laws required
Benefits and Payroll knowledge required
Salary Range $92,000 - $115,000
All employees are responsible for understanding and complying with applicable policies, procedures, and internal controls; executing assigned control activities; maintaining appropriate supporting evidence; and promptly reporting any identified deviation, risk, or control deficiency to the direct leader.
Metalsa is a private company and a subsidiary of Proeza Group.
We manufacture tier-1 structural components for the light and commercial vehicle markets. We are constantly growing and innovating, and our state-of-the-art technology keeps our products at the forefront. Our portfolio includes structural components for light trucks, chassis frames, side rails, and cross members of heavy trucks and buses.
Our collaborators are the company's engine, and everyone works together to achieve our vision; “Together, we build the future of lightweight vehicle structures through innovation-driven solutions.”
We hold in high regard the individuality, authenticity, and contributions of all our employees, irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic safeguarded by applicable law.
Our culture is a strong asset because it fosters collaboration and communication to support efficient decision-making processes. We continually strive to eliminate barriers to collaboration and seek human development and the well-being of our communities. We create a multicultural team of more than 11,000 employees around the world, giving Metalsa the opportunity to offer solutions to the customer with a strategically global perspective.
