Mgr. Employee Relations/Labor Relations

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Serve as subject matter expert in employee and labor relations, managing compliance, investigations, and site operations in MedTech manufacturing.

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Job Function:

Human Resources

Job Sub Function:

HR Business Partners

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, Employee Relations/Labor Relations, located in Warsaw, Indiana.

The Manager, Employee Relations/Labor Relations serves as a trusted subject matter expert in Employee Relations (ER) and Labor Relations (LR), supporting DePuy Synthes’ U.S. operations with compliant, consistent, and business‑focused guidance. This role partners closely with HR, Legal, and site leadership to manage complex employee relations matters, interpret and apply U.S. labor laws, and proactively mitigate risk. Based in Warsaw, Indiana, this role plays a critical part in maintaining positive labor relations, enabling operational continuity, and supporting a strong and respectful workplace culture within a regulated MedTech manufacturing environment. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as employee relations and labor relations subject‑matter expert, providing guidance to HR and business leaders on policy interpretation and case management.

Advise and support employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and performance‑related matters.

Interpret and apply U.S. federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, ensuring compliant and consistent practices.

Partner with HR and Legal to manage labor‑related claims, disputes, and interactions with external agencies when required.

Support labor relations activities in manufacturing or site‑based environments, including union‑related matters where applicable.

Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of labor relations policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures.

Assess labor relations trends and risks, providing insights and recommendations to prevent issues proactively.

Support organizational change initiatives (e.g., restructures, workforce changes) by providing labor‑relations guidance and risk assessments.

Deliver training and coaching to HR and leaders on labor relations, investigations, and employee relations best practices.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Law, Business Administration, or related field.

Master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

6–8 years of progressive experience in labor relations, employee relations, HR, or related discipline.

Strong working knowledge of U.S. labor and employment laws, including experience supporting manufacturing or site‑based operations.

Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations investigations and cases.

Proven ability to assess risk and provide practical, business‑oriented recommendations.

Strong stakeholder‑management, influencing, and communication skills.

High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred:

Experience supporting unionized environments and labor negotiations.

Background in a regulated industry such as MedTech, Pharma, or Manufacturing.

Experience working in a global or matrixed organization.

Experience supporting workforce transformation, restructures, or site‑level change initiatives.

Other:

Language: Fluent English required.

Travel: Up to ~20%, primarily domestic.

Certifications: HR, labor relations, or legal certifications preferred but not required.

Union: Will support union‑represented populations depending on site requirements.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

 Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Change Management, Coaching, Consulting, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Employee Retention, HR Business Partnership, HR Strategic Management, Human Resources Consulting, Human Resources Law, Interpersonal Influence, Organizational Change Management, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Talent Management, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

Total Base Pay Range 102,000.00 - 204,000.00 USD Annual

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: • Vacation –120 hours per calendar year • Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year • Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year • Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year • Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child • Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year • Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days • Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year • Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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