Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Location: Waterloo
Status: Permanent/full-time
Salary: 100,000 to $115,000 + benefits and bonus

About the Role:

The HR Manager will be responsible for all HR responsibilities, including creating and working on policies, assisting Managers in disciplinary actions, legal and hiring/TA responsibilities, benefits management, and Payroll for a KW area-based manufacturing firm.

Directs and manages the Human Resources function and team by supervising, planning, organizing, and implementing Human Resources programs. This role will be reporting into the Director of Operations in Waterloo with accountability to the Head office HR group. Combo of Office and Manufacturing staff, about 140 in total. Plant runs 3 shifts.

Responsibilities:

1. Provides instruction, guidance, and leadership to Supervisors by assisting in resolving and providing solutions to business problems. Implement policies and procedures for the company.
2. Utilize interactive management principles when implementing progressive discipline procedures in dealing with disengaged employees and performance issues.
3. Provide professional and confidential assistance to other functional groups on human resource-related issues.
4. Coordinate, monitor, and enforce diversity initiatives and a harassment-free workplace.
5. Responsibility for employee communications, particularly in regard to policy and benefit issues, for accuracy and for effective presentation.
6. Manage the health and safety training.
7. Run payroll using Ceridian Dayforce to ensure the accuracy of records pertinent to benefits and policy; such as time & attendance, vacation, disability eligibility.
8. Ensuring the company is meeting its legal requirements impacting and affecting HR functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with federal and provincial law.
9. Must have sound knowledge of employment-related legislative requirements.
10. Recruit, interview, and assist in evaluating candidates, collaborating with hiring managers for filling vacant positions.
11. Spearhead various committees such as social committee and workplace safety.
12. Assist in establishing and maintaining effective policies and procedures for the division to ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees.
13. Collaborate with leadership team and create Human Resources strategies, creating a significant contribution to the company and workplace.

Who we are looking for:

1. Post-Secondary education in Human Resources Management or equivalent.
2. Completion or working towards HRPA/CPHR designation.
3. Minimum 4 years of leadership experience. A strong asset having experience within manufacturing.
4. Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills/ Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Excellent mathematical, analytical, organizational, and supervisory skills.
6. Required to possess a mature, consistent attitude towards the responsibilities of the job.
7. Must have strong leadership skills, must be able to lead by example whenever necessary and promote a team approach to problem solving.
8. Must be self-motivated and display the skills required to develop and motivate employees.
9. Must be capable of working under pressure and with short completion times on projects.
10. A friendly people person.

What you can expect:

1. A terrific work culture and stability.
2. A solid overall compensation package with bonus, full benefits, RRSP contribution, pension, and vacation.
3. A challenging, fun, and rewarding environment where you make a significant difference.
4. Work with great people.
5. Love what you do.
6. Hours 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.