Senior HR Manager - Multi-Site Job City of Batavia New York USA,HR/Recruitment

Oversee the HR functions across multiple unionized dairy manufacturing plantsandthe

Rochester, NY-baseddistributionteam. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR management within complex unionized settings, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for cultivating employee engagement, fostering a positive culture, andfacilitatingeffective change management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership and Oversight:

Lead the HR function across multiple unionized plants, ensuring alignment with corporateobjectivesand consistency in HR practices.
Develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals and address the unique requirements of each plant.
Provide strategic guidance to plant HR teams, ensuring effective execution of HR policies, programs, and initiatives.

Team Management:

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of HR professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing HR team.
Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews to ensure the continuous growth and development of the HR team.
Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the HR team, encouraging the adoption of best practices and innovative HR solutions.

Labor Relations Mastery:

Serve as the principal liaison between senior management and union representatives, fostering open channels of communication and addressing employee relations matters promptly and effectively.
Lead negotiations and administer collective bargaining agreements, ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations while promoting a collaborative and constructive labor-management relationship.
Oversee grievance resolution processes, ensuring thorough investigations and insightful recommendations for resolution in alignment with company policies and labor laws.
Responsibleforadministrativerequirementsassociatedwiththe organization’s partnership with the union(i.e.union/benefits dues; pension liabilities,etc.)

Championing Employee Engagement and Culture:

Develop and execute initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, morale, and productivity acrosstheplants, fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and continuous improvement.
Partner with plant management teams toidentifytraining and development needs, offering guidance on performance management, career advancement, and succession planning strategies.
Conduct regular employee feedback sessions and surveys to gauge workplace satisfaction levels,leveraging insights to drive meaningful improvements and reinforce a positive organizational culture.

Change Management and Organizational Development:

Participatinginchange management initiatives across multiple plants, ensuring seamless implementation and adoption of organizational changes while mitigating resistance and fostering employee buy-in.
Collaborate with senior management toidentifyand implement organizational development strategies that support business growth and transformation.
Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in labor relations, employee engagement, and change management, proactively recommending adjustments and enhancements to HR strategies and practices.

Conflict Resolution and Mediation Expertise:

Serve as a mediator in resolving complex conflicts between management and union representatives or among employees, employing tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality to foster constructive resolutions.
Leading the investigative process,both unionand non-union employee relations, ensuring fairness,consistency,andequity.
Provide guidance and support to supervisors and managers on effective conflict resolution techniques and best practices, promoting a harmonious and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human…