Employee Relations Factory Support Manager

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before!

Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary

Location:

United States (US)- Illinois
- Moline
Function:
People and Culture (CA)

Title:

Employee Relations Factory Support Manager-117316 Onsite/Remote:

Onsite Position

As an Employee Relations Factory Support Manager for JD Commons Office located in Moline, IL, you will:

• Ensure successful execution of the employee relations strategy including predictive, proactive, and reactive measures to maintain management represented units
• Provide authoritative specialist advice to Employee Relations Managers at the business unit or regional level to enable the implementation of policy, projects, and change initiatives
• Serve as a 3rd party advocate for management represented unit employees
• Utilize positive employee relations and sensing tools to understand unit morale and engagement levels
• Work with unit leadership to drive accountability, close gaps and mitigate risk
• Communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organizations’ mission, vision, and values; motivate people to commit to these and to do extraordinary things to achieve business goals

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

• 8+ years of deep subject matter expertise in maintaining management-represented work forces
• 5+ years of Employee Relations/Labor Relations or Operations experience
• 8+ years of experience setting and interpreting strategy in order to set and deliver objectives within medium to long timefames
• 5+ years of performance consulting and issuing discipline
• 5+ years of experience coaching/counseling others on labor relations topics, demonstrating a high level of personal integrity and confidentiality
• Strong drive to create a positive John Deere employee experience, with proven success in implementing solutions that have resulted in improved engagement, capability development, and/or trust
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate and work with all levels of the organization
• Ability to drive results amidst competing priorities
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to travel within the United States and Canada up to 75%, based on business needs

• Subject matter expertise in maintaining management-represented work forces
• Demonstrated experience with stakeholder management
• Demonstrated experience on the shop floor developing relationships with production employees
• Master's degree or equivalent

Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Business/Management discipline or in a Labor Relations or Human Resources discipline

What You’ll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee…