Labor Relations Advisor

Kellanova Co.

$79K — $109K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations, or Labor Relations within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in a union environment and understanding of union versus non-union workplaces.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated learning agility and willingness to develop new skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality and discretion.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; Kronos/Ceridian and SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support employee and labor relations activities, including conflict resolution and grievances.
  • Build strong partnerships with employees, union representatives, and leadership.
  • Apply labor relations best practices to address workplace challenges.
  • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and labor agreements.
  • Be present on the production floor to build trust and support employees and supervisors.
  • Promote employee engagement initiatives and enhance the employee experience.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance.
  • Employee assistance program and short/long-term disability coverage.
  • Voluntary income protection benefits, including supplemental life and accident insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions.
Full Job Description
As a key member of the Plant HR team, you will foster positive employee and labor relations across the site. You will serve as a trusted partner to employees, leaders, and union representatives by managing associate concerns and grievances, coaching leaders on labor relations practices, supporting labor-management initiatives, and ensuring consistent application of labor agreements and company policies. You will also provide critical support for labor negotiations, arbitrations, investigations, and employee engagement activities.

As an Labor Relations Advisor at the Pikeville Plant, you'll be at the heart of employee engagement and accountability. In Pikeville, our employees and families are celebrated. Join our plant, where we proudly celebrate our robust employee relations culture.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing
  • People First: Support employee and labor relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, performance management, and grievance administration while helping foster a positive and productive work environment.
  • Labor Relations Partnership: Build positive working relationships with employees, union representatives, and site leadership while supporting effective labor-management interactions and contract administration.
  • Coaching & Development: Learn and apply labor relations best practices while partnering with leaders and HR team members to address employee concerns and workplace challenges.
  • Compliance in Action: Maintain accurate documentation, HR records, investigations, and grievance tracking while ensuring compliance with company policies, labor agreements, and employment regulations.
  • Visible Leadership: Build trust through an active presence on the production floor, serving as a resource for employees, supervisors, and leaders.
  • Culture Builder: Support employee engagement initiatives, HR technology adoption, and programs that enhance the employee experience.
  • Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with Operations, Corporate HR, Labor Relations, and Shared Services teams to support site objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.


We're Looking for Someone With

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, coursework, and relevant work experience.
  • Experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, or a related field within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working in a union environment or demonstrated understanding of the differences between union and non-union workplaces.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to establish trust and credibility across diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Demonstrated learning agility, curiosity, and willingness to seek guidance, apply feedback, and continuously develop new skills.
  • Ability to manage sensitive situations with sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications; experience with Kronos/Ceridian and SAP is a plus.


Compensation

The annual salary range is $79,400-$109,230, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What's Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

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