Employee Relations Partner

Employee Relations Partner at Fortive

The Employee Relations Partner is a key contributor to the Employee Relations team and the Human Resources function, supporting the company's mission and values. The role leads work environment investigations, resolves employee relations issues, and provides guidance and coaching to HR teams and business leaders. This position enables people leaders to apply HR policies and practices effectively.

• Lead and conduct work environment investigations for a region and group of Fortive Operating Companies in a timely, thorough, and objective manner.
• Prepare and deliver investigation reports, recommendations, and corrective actions to relevant stakeholders.
• Partner with HR Business Partners, Employment Legal, and other internal teams to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement employee relations processes, programs and policies to foster a positive and respectful work culture.
• Provide coaching and guidance to HR teams, people leaders and employees on performance management, conflict resolution, feedback, and other positive employee relations topics.
• Partner with other centralized HR functions such as Learning and Development, Diversity and Inclusion and Total Rewards to provide a systemic approach to employee relations matters.
• Utilize data to monitor and analyze employee relations trends and metrics and provide insights and solutions to Operating Company and Group leadership to address root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Design and deliver employee relations training and education to relevant stakeholders.
• Lead opportunities and projects for relevant policy harmonization where appropriate and applicable.
• May assist with global crisis management in liaison with Fortive and Operating Company security, legal and communications teams.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging issues in employee relations and HR.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Progressive experience and expertise in employee relations, HR, or related field, with a focus on conducting work environment investigations.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations such as Title VII, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex situations with discretion and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Certification in HR or employee relations (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, or CEI) is preferred.

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high‑impact fields such as workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward‑looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission‑critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale.

We are a diverse team of 10,000, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you, in us, and in growth.

Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals needing accommodation during the application process may contact

This position is eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Salary range (local currency):  –

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Human Resources

Everett, Washington