Conseiller en ressources humaines (HR Advisor)

IPL Schoeller•Saint-Damien-de-Buckland, QC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

IPL Schoeller, formed by the merger of IPL Plastics and Schoeller Allibert on July 1, 2025, is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions. With operations across North America and Europe, the company employs approximately 4,100 people. We are seeking an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Advisor to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in fostering a high-performance culture centered on accountability and employee development. You will serve as a trusted advisor to both employees and management, providing strong expertise in labor relations, employee relations, compliance, and disability management within a unionized environment. Your ability to balance strategic vision with practical implementation will directly contribute to creating a positive and productive workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of labor laws, labor standards, and CNESST (LATMP).
Solid experience in labor relations, grievance management, and collective agreements.
Knowledge of HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to establish credibility and build trust at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day advice on disciplinary actions, including drafting necessary documentation and supporting supervisors.
Facilitate meetings between management and employees regarding performance and conduct issues.
Conduct thorough investigations into employee issues and workplace concerns.
Manage and investigate grievances and participate in monthly grievance committee meetings.
Support arbitration processes and investigations.
Manage internal job postings for unionized positions, ensuring compliance with collective agreement requirements.
Monitor probationary periods and selection processes.
Actively participate in labor relations committees and maintain in-depth knowledge of the collective agreement.
Contribute to collective bargaining strategy and agreement renewal negotiations.
Manage all CNESST-related matters, including claims, appeals, retroactive plans, and administrative procedures.
Coordinate with insurers and participate in negotiations.
File and manage long-term disability insurance claims and follow up on them.
Advise employees on collective agreement provisions (types of leave, benefits, long-term disability insurance, etc.).
Review and validate monthly group insurance invoices.
Process changes related to employee benefits and requests.
Track and produce monthly reports on HR key performance indicators (KPIs).
Ensure the integrity and accuracy of HR data in systems (e.g., IFS, SOFE).
Support HR system administration and continuous data monitoring.
Provide backup support for weekly payroll processing.
Collaborate with HR colleagues and business leaders to align HR strategies with operational objectives.
Contribute to initiatives aimed at fostering employee engagement, retention, and continuous improvement.