H R Manager - JO16712835
Our Client
Our client is a well‑established, privately held packaging manufacturer operating across Canada and the U.S., with over 20 production facilities. Established over 100 years ago, they've grown through innovation and strategic acquisitions.
Location
CalgaryPosition
Description
Scope:
Responsible for managing HR programs including health & safety, labour relations, recruitment, training & development, compensation, and benefits. Requires detailed knowledge of collective agreements, company policies and employment law. When absent, duties are assumed by the General Manager or Corporate HR designate.
Functional Responsibilities:

• Safety: Lead health & safety initiatives including committee participation, policy development, orientation, WHMIS training, incident review, Job Safety Analysis and physical demand assessments. Manage Workers' Compensation claims and modified work programs; track safety statistics and ensure legal compliance.
• Employee / Labour Relations: Interpret and apply the collective agreement and employment law; lead union‑management meetings, respond to grievances, attend discipline meetings and assist in conflict resolution.
• Talent Management: Recruit both hourly and salaried staff; manage onboarding and termination processes; administer layoffs per collective agreement.
• Performance & Training: Oversee performance review cycles, develop performance improvement plans as needed, and identify training/development needs (including mandated and operational programs such as C‑TPAT and safety). Maintain training records and support succession planning.
• Compensation & Benefits: Use the Hood Job Evaluation system for salaried job descriptions, conduct salary surveys, manage pension & benefits program, monitor claims, support employees, and maintain the EAP program.
• General Administration: Maintain up‑to‑date job descriptions, employment records, and compliance with safety, SQF and JSA requirements; perform other HR projects and duties as assigned.

Managerial Responsibilities:
Indirect supervision of HR/PR staff; contribute to HR strategy; ensure staff understand responsibilities and align goals with departmental and corporate objectives.
Qualifications

• University/College Degree with 5–7 years of HR generalist experience in an industrial unionized setting, or College Diploma/Associate Degree with 10+ years' relevant experience.
• Proficiency with computers; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong negotiation and presentation skills; solid understanding of business fundamentals; thorough knowledge of employment law, collective bargaining concepts and safety regulations.

Why Join This CompanyFamily‑oriented culture: Hood Packaging describes its culture as caring, collaborative and safety‑conscious—“support each other … thrive as a team … succeed together”
Meaningful careers, not just jobs: They emphasize long‑term career growth, treating employees like family and rewarding contributions in a supportive environment.
Strong benefits offering: Employees report good benefits including pension, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, and employee assistance, with some sites offering tuition reimbursement.
Legacy and innovation: With over a century of industry evolution—starting from jute and cotton and now packaging multiple substrates—the company invests in sustainable practices and continues growing technology and product offerings.
Industry reputation & learning environment: Known for its skilled workforce and robust operational footprint, employees cite opportunities to learn mechanical and business skills, and to grow professionally in a stable large‑scale operation
How to Apply
Please e-mail your resume to [email protected] quoting JO16708255 in the subject line.
We thank you in advance for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.