Eaton’s Corporate team is currently seeking a Manager of Employee Relations to join our team. This position is based at our Beachwood, OH location. If residing outside 50 miles of posted location, relocation needs to be offered. Position Overview: This position supports deployment and management of Eaton policies and practices with respect to employee relations matters by: supporting HR policies, programs, practices, tools and vendors; acting as primary support to guide and direct field HR regarding company practice and policy as well as legal implications. In this function you will: Provide guidance and support to field HR and HR Services regarding Eaton’s policies and applicable legislative requirements – including: contingent workforce management, background check, drug test, Form I9/E-Verify, ADAAA, outplacement and employment verification. Support day-to-day aspects of several vendor relationships in support of employment policies and programs – Impact group, Bartech, HireRight, and Equifax Drive organizational capability and functional excellence within the Employee Relations function, including an Employee Relations training plan and the development of a system/process to ensure compliance with rapidly evolving state laws Plan and coordinate employee relations projects on an ongoing basis Continuously research and monitor changes to legislation, regulations and court rulings that may impact employment policies and practices; review/revise company policy/process as required and educate HR professionals on legal, regulatory and labor trends and developments to ensure compliance and a low risk profile for Eaton Support development of appropriate solutions for issues that are often non-routine and complex, requiring research, analysis, consideration of precedent, and often in collaboration with legal counsel Consult with other internal Eaton functions (e.g. Benefits, Workers’ Compensation, Ethics, I&D, Talent Acquisition and HR Services) on various matters to ensure consistent and compliant implementation of programs and policies Why work at Eaton? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources from an accredited institution Minimum of 5 years of HR generalist experience Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future Preferred qualifications: MBA preferred Large-scale cross functional project team management experience Two years at the HR Supervisor or HR Manager level experience preferred Position Criteria: Strong knowledge and application of US employment law Significant experience with day to day application of HR policies and procedures Strong project management and organizational skills Ability to influence and impact others’ decision making while balancing business needs with legal requirements Ability to deal with ambiguity and make decisions; possesses managerial courage Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills Ability to develop practical solutions considering business impact Strong analytical ability and learning agility As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination. As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement. Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time. Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination. As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement. Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time. Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Human Resources Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Manager Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time