People Relations Advisor
About the Company
Siemens is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people.
About the Job
In this position which reports through the People Relations & Governance team you will serve as a People Relations Advisor. The position plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of collaboration, respect, and excellence within our manufacturing facility. This position will focus primarily on managing and resolving People Relations issues, promoting positive employee experiences, and ensuring the fair and consistent application of P&O (HR) policies. Additionally, the position will partially be responsible for inputting & approving people changes in our HRIS system (Workday) and manage internal people moves. This position will be a primary point of contact for general employee and management inquiries at the site especially as it relates to employee relations. You will work closely with the assigned P&O site team to drive a people-centric approach and maintain a positive work environment, particularly in a unionized manufacturing and distribution setting.
Responsibilities
Resolve People Relations Issues: Proactively manage and resolve a broad range of People Relations issues, including conducting thorough investigations, addressing workplace concerns, and facilitating conflict resolution. You will work to foster trust with the site and promote a respectful work environment
Policy Guidance & Interpretation: Provide clear guidance and interpretation of P&O (HR) policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and fairness in the application of these policies at all levels of the organization
Employee Engagement & Relations: Act as the primary liaison between management and employees, ensuring that concerns are addressed, feedback is communicated, and the overall employee experience remains positive. Promote open communication and positive relationships throughout the facility
Performance Management Coaching: Support supervisors and managers in the day-to-day management of employee performance. Provide guidance on performance improvement, coaching techniques, and conflict resolution to ensure a motivated and productive workforce
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with People Relations & Governance team, Siemens Shared Service Team (GBS), P&O (HR) Business Partners, and other key stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of P&O (HR) support across various functional areas. Identify gaps in P&O (HR) processes and collaborate cross-functionally to implement effective solutions
Workforce Solutions & People Data Management: Collaborate with P&O (HR) site team to ensure data accuracy in HRIS systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with P&O (HR) transactions. Interface with P&O Ecosystem and our Shared Service (GBS) teams to resolve any data or system integration issues
Communication and HR Updates: Partner to facilitate clear and timely communication regarding HR policies, programs, and updates, ensuring employees are well-informed and up to date on important matters. This includes being the first HR “face” to employees during their onboarding and orientation
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
5-7 years of experience in Human Resources within a manufacturing or distribution environment, with a strong focus on People Relations and Employee Relations
3-5 years of experience demonstrating the ability to coach and guide managers on people relations, performance management, and conflict resolution
Ability to work primarily on site covering a second shift at times
Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and privacy, ensure protection of data, and demonstrate responsible use of data access
Authorized to work in the United States without need for sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
HR Certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships through strong communication, interpersonal skills, and constructive conflict resolution
Strategic thinking: Ability to leverage data to influence decision-making, solve problems, and implement innovative HR solutions that align with business goals
Ability to handle multiple priorities and deliverables while effectively prioritizing to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster trust and build positive relationships with employees at all levels
