The Plant HR Manager is responsible for handling employee relations activities at designated branch plant locations as assigned. Responsibilities include the understanding and application of governing HR related legislation and regulations to include PIPEDA, ESA, CNESST, WSIB, and other legal requirements to protect the company against litigation and to maintain non-union status where applicable. Conducts surveys on employee morale, local wages/benefits, employment issues and develops reports and recommendations to management regarding these items. Works with management to communicate, train, coach and assist employees in an effort to maintain effective employee morale. May assist with local hourly recruiting activities including diversity hiring, employee tracking and interviewing. Will advise and participate in employee and management counseling regarding company policies, procedures, legal requirements, employee performance, discipline, benefits, restructuring, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree Required
• 7 + years direct HR experience preferably in manufacturing setting
• Good command of English, oral and written, in order to be able to communicate daily with certain non-French-speaking customers and suppliers.
• 10+ years direct HR experience preferred.
• Master's Degree Preferred
• HR Certification preferred (HRCI or SHRM)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.