Senior Employee Relations Specialist

Nordson Corporation

Senior Employee Relations Specialist guiding investigations, performance management, and labor relations for Nordson’s industrial precision products business. Supporting HR teams across the Americas through coaching, compliance, and case management.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeWestlake • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee relations, including conflict resolution, grievance investigations, and compliance with labor laws. Proficient in managing sensitive information and documentation while providing proactive support to HR partners and employees.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Employee Relations SupportGrievance InvestigationsFMLA and ADA ComplianceConflict Resolution SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Employee RelationsPerformance Improvement PlansInvestigation DocumentationCase ManagementLabor and Employment LawsData Quality ManagementProcess ImprovementLeave Laws KnowledgeDocumentation OrientationPerformance Assessments

Soft Skills

EmpathyStrong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Web-Based PlatformsCase Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee Relations TrainingRisk AnalysisReduction-in-Force ActionsConfidential Information Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide employee relations support to HR Business Partners, managers, and employees through proactive guidance, coaching, and practical solutions
Communicate policies, guidelines, and processes to support consistent organizational application
Assist with performance assessments and progressive discipline, including performance improvement plans
Collaborate with HR partners, HR Services, and Legal on reduction-in-force actions, risk analysis, and exit process coordination
Conduct initial and ongoing investigations into employee complaints and disciplinary matters
Recommend resolutions and escalate complex or legally sensitive issues
Maintain thorough investigation documentation, case summaries, recommendations, and follow-up steps
Prepare and document involuntary terminations, including severance package administration
Partner with Learning and Development to support compliance and employee relations training
Track case trends and recommend preventive actions
Identify opportunities to improve employee relations processes and practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in human resources, psychology, business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
5 years of professional working experience
3 years of experience leading employee relations cases
1 year of experience with leave laws, FMLA, and ADA compliance preferred
Experience and relevant knowledge handling grievance investigations and resolutions a plus
Strong internal customer focus with empathy and compassion
Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and influence managers
Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and facilitation skills
Strong attention to detail and data quality
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Strong process and documentation orientation
Technically savvy with web-based platforms and case management tools
Knowledge of U.S. labor and employment laws; exposure to Canada and Latin America preferred
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to advance careers and make an impact, inside and outside of work
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
Equal employment opportunity
Pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check consistent with applicable laws