SUMMARY

Manages labor relations program for all Company locations by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Serves as principal Company spokesperson in all contract negotiations with Union(s) representing AWI employees.

Analyzes collective bargaining agreement and develops interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract to counsel management in development and application of labor relations policies and practices.

Represents management and meets with shop stewards and supervisors to investigate and resolve grievances.

Prepares statistical reports of types and frequency of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitration, mediation, and related labor relations activities, to identify problem areas.

Verifies adherence to terms of labor contract by monitoring day-to-day implementation of policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions.

Provides information on provisions of current contract and significance of proposed changes.

Serves as principal interface between Company and outside labor attorneys.

Prepares and presents Company position in arbitrations.

Represents the Company on any matters pertaining to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

Furnishes reference documents and statistical data concerning labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, wage and salary surveys, and employee benefits programs for labor contract negotiations.