Manager, Employee Relations - Manufacturing (Louisville)

Join us in shaping the future of Ford! As the Manager of Employee Relations for a key business unit within Manufacturing, you will be pivotal in driving our people strategy during this transformative period. In this role, you will design and implement proactive employee relations strategies that foster trust, communication, and engagement within the workforce. You will serve as a strategic advisor to HR and leadership teams, ensuring alignment with our company culture and communication goals. By leveraging data-driven insights and innovative engagement tactics, you will enhance employee experiences, mitigate risks, and maintain a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. This high-impact role gives you the opportunity to directly influence employee experiences by creating a collaborative and engaged workforce that will drive Ford's next chapter. If you are passionate about building scalable HR solutions and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply. This position is hybrid and requires at least 4 days onsite at our office in Dearborn, MI. Key Responsibilities: Execute HR programs that align with business strategies, streamline policies, and enhance HR effectiveness. Partner with HR leadership and Operations to design engagement and communication plans promoting a culture of trust and collaboration. Advise and train leaders on employee relations practices and strategies to enhance experiences across the workforce. Provide executive leadership with insights on labor relations strategies, trends, and best practices. Develop and implement policies that promote a fair, equitable, and safe work environment. Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes affecting labor relations, providing proactive recommendations. Apply employee relations expertise to identify concerns and foster a culture of high engagement. Collaborate with leadership to address policy and HR issues, driving sustainable cultural change. Promote a positive employee experience through initiatives based on feedback from surveys and open-door policies. Facilitate partnerships with key stakeholders (HR, Benefits, Legal, Risk) to address concerns holistically and proactively. Conduct research and analyze employee relations trends. Take ownership of leadership development within the Plant HR team, including performance evaluations and coaching. Conduct daily floor walks to build relationships with employees and proactively address dissatisfaction. Implement an integrated communications strategy to inform and engage the employee population. Work closely with safety and occupational health leads to ensure a healthy and safe work environment. Utilize lean methodologies to guide decision making and drive operational excellence. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in employee relations, labor relations, or labor/employment law, or equivalent education. 3-5 years in a leadership role focused on employee relations or strategic HR leadership in a manufacturing setting. Experience supporting large workforces (over 1,000 employees). Willingness to travel 30-40%, if needed. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, SharePoint & PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience in employee relations, labor relations, or labor/employment law. Prior experience in supporting startup facilities. Experience building programs that positively impact engagement. Ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders. Fluency in multiple languages. Prior experience in operations management. You may not meet every qualification listed, but if you believe you can add value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As a global company, we offer choices for your career path. Whether it’s working worldwide or focusing locally, you can shape your future with us. Our benefits include: Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Paid parental leave and flexible family care days. Family building benefits, including fertility treatments. Vehicle discount programs for employees and families. Tuition assistance. Active employee resource groups. Paid time off for community service. A generous holiday schedule. This position falls under salary grade 6. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status.