Labor Relations Assistant

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Labor Relations Assistant for a position in Merrillville, IN.

• Work closely with HR and other business/union leaders to provide reporting and analysis to support key initiatives and summaries to present and interpret data, identify alternatives, and suggest and justify recommendations
• Ability to work within Workday HRIS
• Create and run queries.
• Manipulate data into Excel and PowerPoint for efficient use by the HR team and business partners.
• Lead and submit new job creation, job codes, budget locations, etc. as well as seeking and tracking approvals for vacancies and pay changes.
• Compile and analyze data and make recommendations regarding human resources programs and systems; assist in the enforcement/administration of related policies
• Maintain databases to track HR data, maintain/run reports and analytics, summarize data for efficient use by the HR team and business partners. (Attendance Reports, track job bidding).
• Complete special projects by clarifying project objective; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information; fulfilling transactions.
• Create, implement and maintain improved HR reports, data,
• Support HR team with attendance reports, bidding and bumping process, correspondence with local union office.
• Assist leaders with the creation of job requisitions and processing transactions for represented employees
• Designs, and completes spreadsheets (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Assist employees with questions regarding, policies and other concerns.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Continuous improvement and development of processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources OR 3-5 years HR Administrative experience.
• Excellent computer skills required; proficient in Microsoft Office, electronic communications (email, calendars, etc.).
• Knowledge, skills and abilities in Human Resources functions, policies and procedures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency, responsiveness and willingness to go the extra mile to meet customer needs.
• Ability to think independently, problem solve and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
• Proven ability to manage and execute tasks with conflicting priorities.
• Strong sense of initiative and a proactive approach to work.
• Proven ability to multi-task and juggle several things at a time.
• Ability to function in a team environment and collaborate within and across organizational lines.
• Ability to create and run queries in the HRIS system

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday HR experience