Human Resources Associate
Columbia, MO, US, 65201-8263
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Maintain HRIS updates for employee transfers, new hires, & changes in wage or title.
- Administer HR policies & programs, including employee conduct & reimbursement processes.
- Interpret & apply contract language, company policies, & work rules.
- Provide guidance to management on Contract administration, progressive discipline procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Ensure accurate weekly payroll approvals and associated work.
- Respond to employee inquiries & ensure accurate & timely resolutions.
- Conduct and support investigations, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolutions.
- Lead and support employee engagement programs and initiatives.
- Investigate grievances & actively participate in the grievance procedure.
- Participate in hiring events, onboarding, & orientation for hourly & salaried employees.
- Develop & deliver training sessions for salaried staff.
- Build & maintain strong working relationships with salaried staff, hourly employees, & union leadership.
- Generate & analyze reports to identify trends & root causes.
- Utilize advanced Excel functions or payroll analysis & data-driven decision-making.
- Flex schedule to accommodate off-shift support as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; preferred concentration in Human Resources &/or Labor Relations.
- Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution
- Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan
- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Strong proficient analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly proficient use of HR Systems and computer software application skills (i.e. ADP, SuccessFactors, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
- Skill and proficiency in a wide range of HR practice areas.
- Preferred to have: labor relations experience, work in manufacturing
Skills
Competencies
Influencing without Authority, Managerial Courage, Action Oriented, Comfort around Higher Management, and Dealing with Ambiguity
Competencies
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
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