Legal Counsel

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Advise management on labor and employment law matters, including union-related issues, employee relations, dispute resolution, and compliance with U.S. and Illinois labor regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and corporate documents to support plant operations.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Support and oversee environmental compliance matters, ensuring adherence to applicable environmental laws and regulations relevant to manufacturing.
• Partner with HR to address workplace disputes, employee grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• Manage legal aspects of compliance programs, audits, and investigations.
• Collaborate with external counsel for specialized or complex matters.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, advising leadership on potential impacts.
• Contribute to building the legal function for the plant, laying the groundwork for future expansion of the legal team.

Qualifications

Nice-to-Have