Site People Operations & Labor Leader

What You’ll Do

Lead People & Labor Strategy

Own and evolve the site’s labor relations strategy, including union engagement and collective bargaining support

Partner with site leadership to align workforce and labor strategy to business needs

Identify trends and drive systemic, root-cause improvements

Strengthening the Environment

Champion a work environment that strengthens leadership effectiveness, fairness, and consistency

Equip leaders with the skills and confidence to lead, engage, and respond to employee concerns early and effectively

Identify and address root causes of dissatisfaction (e.g., communication gaps, inconsistent practices, perceived inequities)

Partner with leadership to build a culture of direct engagement, trust, and accountability across both union and non-union populations

Be a Visible Partner to Operations

Maintain a strong presence on the plant floor to build trust and stay connected to employee realities

Coach leaders on people leadership, performance management, and decision-making

Facilitate team sessions and drive leadership alignment

Lead Labor Relations Execution

Oversee grievances, investigations, and arbitration processes

Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant discipline and employee relations practices

Build and maintain a constructive relationship with union representatives

Shape Leadership & Culture

Act as a trusted advisor and courageous challenger to site leadership

Drive improvements in leadership effectiveness, accountability, and consistency

Reduce recurring issues by strengthening manager capability and decision quality

Deliver HR Excellence Through Your Team

Oversee the full employee lifecycle (hiring, onboarding, development, retention)

Partner with COEs to implement HR programs and policies effectively

Ensure strong execution, compliance, and continuous improvement

Other duties as assigned

If you’re a hands-on labor relations leader who also wants to build capability, influence leadership, and shape the future of a site, this role offers the scope and impact to do both.

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.

Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.

Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.

Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.

Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.

25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.

401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.

Student debt pay-off program.

Professional development programs and courses.

Wellness programs and financial education.

Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.