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Director, Labor & Employee Relations

Director, Labor & Employee Relations

WoodwardRockford, IL, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

  • Estimated annual base pay : $160,000(minimum) - $200,000 (midpoint) - $240,000(maximum)

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training / Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including :
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
  • Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Labor and Employee Relations professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

    What You Will Be Doing

  • Global Strategy Development : Designs and implements a comprehensive global labor and employee relations strategy that aligns with organizational objectives, ensuring proactive engagement with members and alignment with business goals.
  • Union and Works Council Leadership : Oversees global union and works council strategies, leads collective bargaining negotiations in the U.S., and ensures effective relationship management across international operations.
  • Budget Management : Oversee the allocation of resources, budget, and personnel, ensuring efficient use of resources to meet operational and strategic goals.
  • Dispute Resolution : Advises leadership and HR teams on resolving grievances, arbitrations, and disputes, prioritizing solutions that strengthen member relations and minimize organizational risks.
  • Leadership Training and Empowerment : Develops and delivers tailored training programs for leaders and HR teams to enhance understanding of labor relations best practices and foster a culture of trust and collaboration.
  • What We Are Looking For

  • Labor Relations Expertise : Deep knowledge of collective bargaining, works councils, and labor law compliance across U.S. and international jurisdictions.
  • Negotiation : Skilled in leading high-stakes negotiations, including collective bargaining agreements, with a focus on achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Employee Engagement : Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that foster positive member engagement and trust.
  • Strategic Planning : Experienced in building and executing long-term strategies aligned with organizational and workforce goals.
  • Collaboration : Adept at working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to drive alignment and achieve shared objectives.
  • Problem-Solving : Demonstrated capability to resolve complex labor relations challenges with innovative, practical solutions.
  • Leadership Development : Experienced in training and empowering leaders to navigate labor relations and foster strong team dynamics.
  • Analytical Thinking : Skilled in analyzing labor trends, workforce dynamics, and external factors to inform proactive decision-making.
  • Crisis Management : Proficient in managing time-sensitive workforce issues and mitigating risks in high-pressure environments.
  • Innovation : The ability to identify and implement new solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in processes.
  • Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

    This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

    This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and / or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and / or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

    Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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