Employee Relations Manager

Employee Relations Leader

📍 Austin, TX | On-Site | Full-Time

Samsung Austin Semiconductor (SAS) is looking for a seasoned Employee Relations Leader to help strengthen our workplace culture and support a fast-paced, high-impact manufacturing environment.

If you’re a hands-on ER professional who thrives in complex situations, builds trust easily, and knows how to balance people, policy, and business needs—this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

As the Employee Relations Leader, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees while owning and driving Samsung’s Positive Employee Relations strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and oversee employee relations strategy, programs, and KPIs
• Handle complex ER cases including investigations, performance issues, conflict resolution, and involuntary terminations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Oversee ER investigations, audits, reporting, and case documentation
• Provide clear recommendations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Partner with leaders and stakeholders to promote a positive, inclusive work culture
• Lead and develop ER & Investigations Partners

🕘 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (some flexibility required due to 24/7 operations)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)

Experience & Skills

• 10 years of progressive Employee Relations experience
• Manufacturing or labor-relations experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance
• Proven program and project management experience
• Exceptional investigation, communication, and influencing skills
• Calm, confident, and objective under pressure
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to de-escalate conflict