Workplace Investigator III (B3) US Remote

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.

While virtually every nationality, culture, and background are currently represented within Applied Materials, we strive for a more robust Culture of Inclusion (COI) and diversity. Leveraging our COI vision helps drive innovation, build organizational capabilities, create equal opportunities for everyone, and achieve our companys definition of Winning.

As part of a central team that works in conjunction with HRP, GEL and, cross functionally with other groups, this role will be responsible for conducting workplace investigations to ensure compliant, fair and respectful treatment of team members, consistent with our values and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an interface to the COE, HRP, GEL and cross-functionally with other departments to appropriately and effectively escalate and/or route inquiries/concerns raised by employees and contingent workers.
• Manage assigned workplace cases & investigations from intake through interview, transition, escalation, and redirection or closure. Write case reports and maintain accurate & timely case files and documentation.
• Handle complex or escalated investigations related to interpersonal conduct and policy violations.
• Provide advice and counsel to HRP to help them address issues with employees and managers.
• Provide guidance on the interpretation and administration of company policies and procedures. If the outcome of an investigation results in a finding, provide guidance and recommendations on corrective actions up to and including termination where appropriate, in line with company policies and values.
• In partnership with GEL, provide training, technical support and guidance on specialized processes to HR and managers.
• Recommend and/or maintain metrics on case resolutions, customer satisfaction, individual performance, closure/call-time and development rates, issuing reports on performance success and case management. Tracks and analyzes data, identifies trends and makes recommendations for organizational improvements

Skills

• Strong consulting and influencing skills
• Demonstrated collaborative work style. Able to drive multiple projects & cross organizational teams
• Ability to find the correct balance between demand and capacity when establishing priorities for the team
• Demonstrated ability to artfully convey even subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience
• Demonstrates solid judgment and experience assessing risk relative to the business
• Culturally sensitive
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to identify intersections and interdependencies

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge and application of labor and employment laws and regulations

Experience

• 3+ years employee relations experience with experience as a human resources business partner helpful
• Demonstrated experience leading a variety of employee investigations with little supervision.

Education

• Bachelors degree required

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors Degree

Skills

Certifications

Languages

Years of Experience

4 - 7 Years

Work Experience

Additional Information

Travel

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible

No

U.S. Salary Range

$84,000.00 - $115,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations Make Possible a Better Future.