Labor Relations Manager

Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Human Resources Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Labor Relations Manager.  The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as the strategic HR and labor relations partner for six unionized production facilities. This role leads a team of three Team Member Relations Analysts and is responsible for developing and executing labor relations strategies that support business objectives, maintain constructive union relationships, ensure consistent contract administration, and foster a productive and engaged workforce. Reporting to the General Manager, HR Business Partner, the person in this role will partner closely with site leadership, operations, union representatives, and HR stakeholders to navigate complex labor issues, resolve workplace concerns, minimize organizational risk, and strengthen team member relations. This position provides leadership in collective bargaining agreement administration, grievance management, labor strategy, workforce engagement, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with applicable labor and employment laws. This position is based in Plano, Texas.  The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location. What you’ll be doing Labor Relations Strategy & Union Relations Serve as the primary labor relations advisor to plant and site leadership across six unionized facilities. Develop and execute labor relations strategies that align workforce practices with operational and business objectives. Build and maintain productive working relationships with union leadership and bargaining unit representatives. Provide guidance on collective bargaining agreement interpretation, application, and consistent contract administration. Support collective bargaining activities, contract negotiations, and implementation of negotiated agreements. Support labor management committee meetings, joint labor management forums, and other union management discussions. Assess labor climate trends and proactively identify opportunities to improve labor relations outcomes. Partner with business leaders to prepare for and respond to labor related issues, disputes, and workplace concerns.

Member Relations & Employee Relations Lead complex employee and labor relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution. Provide consultation to leaders regarding performance management, corrective action, workplace conduct, attendance, and policy interpretation. Manage investigations involving workplace concerns, policy violations, potential policy-based actions, and labor or employment law implications. Coach leaders on effective conflict resolution and employee engagement practices. Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, current practices, and contractual obligations across locations. Grievance Administration & Contract Compliance Oversee grievance management processes from