Human Resources Generalist

Work Conditions:

• Competitive salary
• 15 days of paid vacation annually
• Competitive retirement plan with employer contributions matching up to 5%
• Comprehensive health benefits fully covered by the employer, including medical, dental, and vision care
• Immediate access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Virtual Healthcare services from your start date

On the daily, you will:

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a trusted HR partner for employees and managers, providing guidance on employee relations matters including performance management, attendance, policy interpretation, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution.
• Lead and support workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective action processes, and labor relations activities while ensuring compliance with collective agreement, company policies, and employment legislation.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture through employee engagement, recognition, wellness, and communication initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Employee Experience

• Manage full-cycle recruitment activities, from sourcing and interviewing candidates to extending offers.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a smooth and engaging employee experience from day one.
• Support HR programs such as performance reviews, employee engagement surveys, and recognition initiatives.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, and HRIS data while preparing employment-related documentation and reports.
• Administer employee benefits, track attendance and leave programs, coordinate training activities, and support compliance with company policies and legislative requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with HR teams across McWane divisions.

Payroll Administration

• Process payroll accurately and on time for hourly employees using Payworks.
• Manage timecards, vacation and leave balances, union dues, payroll reconciliations, Records of Employment, and payroll-related reporting.
• Respond to employee and union inquiries regarding payroll, earnings, and timekeeping matters.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline;
• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a unionized and/or manufacturing environment.
• Solid knowledge of employment legislation, HR best practices, employee relations, and labor relations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems; experience with SmartRecruiters is considered an asset.
• A collaborative mindset, strong sense of ownership, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• CHRP designation and bilingualism (English/French) are considered assets.

This employer follows the principle of employment equity and runs an employment equity program for women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities.