Employee Relations Partner - (B5)

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Salary: $163,000.00 - $224,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.  At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .

Serve as an interface to the COE, GEL, HRBPs and non-HR functional departments to appropriately and effectively escalate and/or redirect inquiries/concerns and liaison. Manage assigned end to end Employee Relations case management & investigations from intake through interview, transition, escalation, and redirection or closure.  Maintains accurate & timely case files and documentation. Handle complex or escalated investigations related to retaliation, harassment, discrimination, etc. Provide advice and counsel to HRBPs to help them address issues with employees and managers. Provide advice and guidance to managers to address employee performance and conduct issues. Provide guidance on the interpretation and administration of company policies and procedures.  If the outcome of an investigation results in a finding, provide guidance and review of corrective actions, and  including recommendations for termination, in line with company values and behaviors Contribute to internal projects and workstreams as needed. Identify and recommend methods to resolve problems, update, simplify, enhance and optimize existing processes, procedures, policies and technologies. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that all services are effectively understood and delivered promptly. In partnership with GEL, provide training, technical support and guidance on specialized processes to HR and managers. Recommend and/or maintain metrics on case resolutions, customer satisfaction, individual performance, closure/call-time and development rates, issuing reports on performance success and case management. Tracks and analyzes data, identifies trends and makes recommendations for organizational improvements Experience Required Skills: Strong consulting and influencing skills Demonstrated collaborative work style. Able to drive multiple projects & cross organizational teams Ability to find the correct balance between demand and capacity when establishing priorities for the team Demonstrated ability to artfully convey even subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience Demonstrates solid judgment and experience assessing risk relative to the business Culturally sensitive Strong written and verbal communication Demonstrated ability to identify intersections and interdependencies Knowledge: Solid working knowledge of the principles and practices of employee relations and HR Compliance including AAP/EEO, ADA and I9 In-depth knowledge and application of labor and employment laws and regulations Experience: 3+ years employee relations experience with experience as a human resources business partner helpful Prior experience with a global HR or employee relations especially