Job Description

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

The Role:

As a part of GM's Human Resources/Labor Relations team, you will perform day-to-day Human Resources and Labor Relations activities and partner with business function counterparts on initiatives that align with GM’s objectives, mission and culture. You will work with assigned business function's HR and Labor teams, HR Communities of Expertise, and other stakeholders to build engagement, increase output, and attract and retain talent.

What You'll Do:

This position will provide Human Resources/Labor guidance to management on people related matters including labor relations issues, performance management, employee relations, staffing, salary administration, talent development, compensation, benefits, occupational health and safety, etc. The position also assist in establishing new processes or modifying existing ones to improve the efficiency of assigned area(s). This role has direct responsibility for providing support for all human resources and labor relations-related activities within the site. The position reports directly to the Site HR Director.

• Negotiating strategies and contract negotiations with the Union and Labor Relations
• Provide assistance in establishing priorities and strategic plans for assigned area(s) based upon general direction from leader.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for assigned area(s).
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of assigned area(s); recommend changes where appropriate.
• Respond to requests for information from internal customers regarding human resources programs and labor relation issues; communicate effectively with others outside of department at all levels of the organization.
• Manage relationships with employees at various levels throughout the organization, including supervisors, managers, senior executives, union representatives, and other key individuals who influence the work force.
• Supports local market team members as well as corporate HR staff through coaching, mentoring, consulting, training, and facilitation.
• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships internally and externally, ensuring that concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.
• Collaborates with Corporate Labor Team and the Local HR Team to identify, develop, implement, and maintain human resource/labor practices and procedures which result in the most effective utilization of personnel.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist in cost reduction activities and monitors expenditures.
• Analytical capability, drive decisions based on data.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor, Psychology, or equivalent experience required.
• 2-3+ years of experience in Human Resources/Labor Relations with experience in working in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law.
• Ability to coach, counsel, and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive situations and confidential matters.
• High level of integrity, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment.
• Must be able to use independent judgment and work unsupervised.
• Proficient in English language, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be shift flexible, as needed

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

• Workday experience preferred.

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.

This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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 indivi d ual'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.