Employee Relations Manager



 We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

 Job Description The Employee Relations Manager is a trusted advisor to leaders, managers, HR Business Partners, and associates, providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters across our manufacturing plant onsite in Sandy, UT . This role partners closely with business and HR leaders to navigate workplace investigations, performance management, employment law compliance, risk mitigation, and conflict resolution while fostering a positive and compliant employee experience. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen, sound judgment, and exceptional relationship-building skills to influence decisions, proactively address workforce challenges, and drive best-in-class employee relations practices. Key responsibilities include: Works collaboratively with and provides day-to-day coaching and employee relations advice to Senior Business Unit, Functional and Regional leaders, managers, HRBP’s, and associates. Reviews and assists managers in reviewing corrective action, performance management, and completes all termination documentation. Identifies and analyzes legal/compliance risks in employment situations. Partners with the Labor & Employment Legal team to review and make recommendations on complex issues, such as terminations, investigations, and medical issues/accommodations, to effectively mitigate company risk. Stays current by keeping abreast of the latest developments and changes in employment laws, regulations, and best practices. Conducts internal investigations, documents findings, and makes recommendations to management as appropriate. Collaborates with the Global Learning team to develop and deploy manager effectiveness, HR compliance, and other employee relation-related training programs. Provides support to managers and other HR functions throughout the annual performance review process, including review of annual performance reviews. Tracks and interprets trends in employee relations to proactively identify issues and develop training and other solutions. Partners or leads projects/initiatives within the team to promote a culture of continuous improvement and best-in-class standing by creating proactive measures and initiatives to address employee relations issues and identify and implement best practices. Partners with HRBPs/Sr leaders to proactively reduce employee relations issues by monitoring and analyzing employee relations trends to identify root causes and taking appropriate steps to reduce issues. Education and Experience required: Bachelor’s degree in Management, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered. 6+ years of progressive Employee Relations experience , including managing a broad range of complex, high-risk, and sensitive employment matters from intake and investigation through resolution and follow-up. Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain industrie s , providing Employee Relations guidance for both hourly and salaried populations within medium-to-large-scale environments (800+ associates). Strong knowledge of employment law, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and risk mitigation, including expertise in ADA, FLSA, Title VII, FMLA, USERRA, and other applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations, with the ability to balance business objectives, regulatory compliance, and employee experience. Exceptional communication and influencing