HR & LR Partner

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Site Human Resources/Labor Relations Partner located in Freeport, Texas!

About you and this role

In this role, you will support a client base located at Texas Operations. You will support leaders and employees at this large integrated site to deliver against the people strategy, maintaining partnership and relevance to drive business results and will be part of an HR/LR team that splits the client base located at Freeport and Oyster Creek.

You will be required to gain an understanding of the business and corporate culture, drive change initiatives, communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, develop trusting relationships, and provide valuable feedback that enhances performance for all. You will report to the US South HR Partner Leader and work within a network of other HR & LR Partners, as well as with other parts of the HR model which include HR Solutions and the HR Center of Expertise.

Responsibilities

• Act as point-of-contact and subject matter expert for employee and labor relations situations in the defined client base and work directly with the Senior HR & LR Partner for consistent approach on labor issues; identifying and delivering solutions to employees, leaders and union leadership.

• Manage Unfair Labor Practices, grievances, arbitrations and employee relations for the sites.

• Advise the site(s) on labor-related risk and/or employee relations implications of planned business objectives associated with the collective bargaining agreements that govern the labor workforce at the site(s).

• Facilitate and educate leaders on direct partnership philosophy.

• Audit compliance with ethics programs & procedures, investigate complaints, and verify that deficiencies are corrected.

• Display thorough knowledge of policy and legislation to provide professional guidance and support in complex policy interpretation and employee relations issues.

• Adopt a proactive approach towards regulation. Help to ensure policies and labor agreements are appropriately maintained, communicated and understood across the organization at the site, in order to improve compliance and promote positive employee relations.

• Evaluate risk associated with employee relations issues to develop and advise on options.

• Support pay negotiations for General Population groups.

• Assist with employee and labor relations strategy and implementation for all organizational changes.

• Partner and consult to understand relevant client strategies and how they are activated through the people agenda.

• Integrate the relevant client strategy into the broader business/functional/site strategy.

• Build leadership capability - serve as a coach to people leaders on talent and talent decisions.

• Provide expert advice and coaching to leaders and employees when appropriate.

• Ensure that a strong leadership and coaching culture permeates the organization.

• Focus on run the business needs and the 1-3 year plans of the Organization.

• Connect, redirect and consult with people leaders on the portfolio of HR solutions to solve business needs.

• Partner with the other two Site HR & LR Partners based in Freeport to support the people agenda and objectives of the site.

• Create a strong client focus with an employee experience mindset.

• Apply and advise on relevant local laws and regulations related to employee and labor relations.

• Drive organizational productivity and engagement.

• Lead strategy and participate on leadership teams within the defined client base.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 ranking or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.

• A minimum of 6 years of relevant working experience.

• Previous HR experience.​

• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Skills

• A degree discipline in Human Resources, Industrial/Labor Relations, Business Administration, Engineering, or other related field.

• 6+ years of Human Resources experience.

• 2+ years of Labor Relations experience.

• Experience leading large change initiatives.

• Client facing experience.

• Expertise in employee and labor relations management.

• Ability to analyze data and situations, make recommendations and assist with implementation.

• Ability to build solid relationships with clients through expertise and consultation.

• Knowledge of U.S. employment and labor laws.

• Excellent interpersonal effectiveness skills, including but not limited to conflict resolution, effective two-way communication, negotiation skills.

• Strong relationship, partnership, and consultancy skills.

Note: Domestic relocation is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.