Xylem Inc

Lead People Partner

Xylem Inc • $110K — $130K *
Morton Grove, IL 60053In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field, preferably Human Resources.
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in developing and executing HR processes and initiatives.
  • 2 to 4 years of direct experience in Labor Relations and administering Union Labor agreements.
  • Experience managing and implementing HR initiatives, including Affirmative Action Plans.
  • Strong collaboration, consultative, presentation, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organization and business communication skills (oral and written).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products and knowledge of HRIS systems, preferably Workday.

Responsibilities

  • Implement HR initiatives and programs in labor relations, recruiting, employee engagement, and performance management.
  • Participate as a team member or leader for HR projects and initiatives.
  • Support significant organizational change initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on key HR metrics for the facility.
  • Serve as the primary contact for employees and managers regarding HR issues, building trust and credibility.
  • Investigate and resolve employee conflicts and ethics concerns.
  • Facilitate the implementation of performance management systems and succession development plans.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) with company contributions.
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
  • Engagement in volunteer activities through the Xylem Watermark program.
Full Job Description
The Role: Xylem seeks to hire a Lead People Partner who will be responsible for staffing management, employee relations, training and development, policy interpretation and compliance, benefits, compensation and labor relations for the site. This role will manage the implementation process and tracking of companywide programs, and assist in the development of strategies and initiatives to meet the business objectives. This role is full time on site.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished Human Resources leader with a strong record of driving workforce excellence within complex industrial environments. Brings deep expertise across the full spectrum of HR functions, including talent acquisition and workforce planning, employee and labor relations, organizational development, policy governance, compensation and benefits, and compliance. Known for building trusted partnerships with operational leaders and aligning people strategies with business priorities to strengthen performance, safety, and culture.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:
  • Implement initiatives and programs and/or provide service in any of the following areas: labor relations, recruiting & staffing, employee relations, engagement & retention, performance management, employee development and training, organizational effectiveness, compensation, rewards and recognition, succession planning, health & welfare benefits, Affirmative Action/EEO compliance and completing personnel transactions.
  • Participate as team member or leader for site and corporate HR Projects & initiatives.
  • Support/facilitate significant organizational change initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on key HR metrics for assigned facilities.
  • Serve as primary contact and resource for employees and managers to address HR Issues, questions and concerns, while ensuring good working relationships and building trust/credibility with employees and managers throughout the organization.
  • Investigate and resolve employee conflicts. Investigate and resolve Ethics Hotline concerns for the facility. Consult with internal and external legal counsel as applicable on employment matters.
  • Facilitate the implementation and guidance of current performance management systems to include succession development plan & improvement plans for the facility.
  • Management of individual and/or group meetings to train or onboard new employees & existing employees, facilitate exit interviews, explain relevant compensation/benefit programs, etc.
  • Build productive relationships with key leaders within the facility.
  • Conduct various instructor led training classes for employee and manager groups on topics including Code of Conduct, Performance Management, anti-harassment, etc.
  • Improve manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems; assisting in the interpretation of policies and procedures, evaluating potential solutions; implementing selected solutions; coaching and counseling managers and employees, etc.
  • Develop a strong understanding of the company's organizational structure, operations, values and culture to support and promote Xylem's vision, mission and strategies. Identify, recommend and develop process, policy and procedural improvements in alignment with current Federal and State laws.
  • Responsible for all union related functions at the facility to include labor agreement preparation and heavy participation at the negotiation table; negotiation and approval of all local union agreements; primary resource for contract interpretation and compliance; primary role in grievance procedure including third step hearings; manages union/supervision relations; ensures training of supervisors on labor agreement and/or labor law; responsible for all employee relation issues for union employees; prepares arbitration cases.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition team to assist with recruiting for the facility. This includes salaried and hourly workforce.
  • Assist on-boarding for new employees salaried and hourly.
  • Work with site leadership to achieve business unit goals that align with the strategy of AW and Xylem.
  • Develop a strong relationship with HR counterparts, in addition provides support and information to HR corporate with respect to reporting, new initiatives and organizational changes.
  • Work with union district representative on Labor Agreement issues, grievances, arbitrations, negotiations, etc.
  • Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:
(Minimal education & experience, essential skills & abilities and required license/certification to perform this job.)
  • Bachelor's Degree in a business related field, preferably Human Resources.
  • 7 to 10 years' experience participating in the development and execution of human resource processes and initiatives.
  • 2 to 4 years direct experience in Labor Relations with administration of Union Labor agreement.
  • Experience Managing and implementing HR initiatives, Affirmative Action Plans, Policies and Procedures.
  • Strong Collaboration, consultative, presentation, and analytical skills.
  • Strong organization and business communications skills (oral and written) are required
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Business System and HRIS system (Workday) knowledge preferred.


The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000, plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • Sit, stand, walk through out facility.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • Typical office environment

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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About Xylem Inc

Xylem is a water technology company that designs and manufactures innovative solutions to meet the world's water needs. They provide water and wastewater applications with a broad portfolio of products and services that address the full cycle of water, from collection, distribution and use to the return of water to the environment. Xylem operates in more than 150 countries and has a workforce of over 17,000 employees. The company was spun off from ITT Corporation in 2011 and is headquartered in Rye Brook, New York.
Learn more about Xylem Inc
Size
17,300 employees
Market Cap
$19.9 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$254 million
5 Year Trend
+6.6%
Revenue
$4.8 billion
NASDAQ
XYL
* Ladders Estimates

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