Manages employee relations matters, workplace investigations, disciplinary issues, labor-law compliance, timekeeping audits, attendance policies, and employee relations analytics. Advises employees and managers, maintains confidential case records, supports policy updates, facilitates training, and partners with HR and production teams on workforce challenges, absenteeism, and engagement.
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Position: Employee Relations Specialist
Report to Title: Sr. Manager, Human Resources-Employee Relations & Compliance
Location: California, Clark St
Date: March 2025
Position Overview
The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for fostering a positive work environment by managing employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws, promoting company policies and supporting HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers regarding workplace concerns, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct investigations into employee complaints, conflicts, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolutions.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, FLSA regulations, and company policies.
- Ensure the company adheres to federal, state, and local labor laws regarding working hours, meal breaks, and rest periods.
- Review the functionality and accuracy of timekeeping software.
- Work closely with leadership in the administration of the company’s attendance policy.
- Conduct regular audits on timecards, overtime, meal breaks, and paid leave to prevent discrepancies.
- Develop time & attendance analytics to track workforce trends
- Leverage analytics to optimize time & attendance tracking and compliance
- Provide guidance on company policies, employment laws, and best practices to ensure compliance.
- Track and analyze employee relations trends to recommend improvements and preventive measures.
- Assist with policy development and updates to align with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Facilitate training sessions on topics such as conflict resolution, workplace ethics, and diversity and inclusion.
- Maintain confidential records of employee relations cases and ensure accurate documentation.
- Work closely with the HR and production teams to manage workforce challenges such as absenteeism, and employee engagement.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in employee relations, human resources, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws, workplace regulations, and HR best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust.
- Conflict resolution and mediation skills with a problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday)
- Bilingual (Preferred): English/Spanish spoken by the workforce in the manufacturing facility.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000/yr
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location
if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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