HR Business Partner

Apotex•Toronto, ON

34d•CA$83,126 - CA$116,377•Onsite

About The Position

The HRBP is a key member of the site People team, supporting day-to-day HR operations across a large manufacturing environment. This role partners with frontline leaders to drive employee relations, performance management, recruitment, workforce planning, engagement and HR program execution. The HRBP acts as a trusted advisor to People Leaders, providing practical, business focused HR guidance while maintaining a strong preference on the shop floor and building positive employee relationships across the site. This role is responsible for managing operational HR matters independently, supporting a workforce of hourly and salaried employees, and helping ensure consistent, fair and compliant people practices aligned to business objectives and Apotex values.

Requirements

University degree in HR or a related field.
7+ years of progressive HR experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong experience managing employee relations for hourly and salaried employees.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of Ontario employment legislations.
Practical, solutions oriented approach with strong judgment and decision making capability.
Strong communication, coaching and relationship-building skills.
Comfortable operating on the shop floor and building credibility with frontline teams and leaders.
Ability to influence and support leaders at varying levels of the organization.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance operational execution and business priorities

Nice To Haves

CHRP designation preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned client groups, providing day-to-day support and guidance to leaders and employees.
Coach leaders on employee relations matters including performance management, attendance, investigations, progressive discipline, conflict resolution and terminations.
Conduct and support workforce investigations and ensure matters are addressed fairly, consistently, and in compliance with company policies and employment legislation.
Build strong working relationships with employees through regular visibility and engagement on the shop floor.
Partner with leaders on recruitment, workforce planning, onboarding and talent needs.
Support employee development, engagement, and retention initiatives aligned to business priorities.
Participate in organizational design, job evaluation and workforce changes as required.
Execute core HR programs and processes including performance management, engagement initiatives, policy implementation, change management, and employee communications.
Partner with HR COE’s to support effective delivery of HR programs and initiatives.
Support leaders in driving a positive, high performing and accountable culture.
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness.
Ensure HR practices remain compliant with employment legislation, company policies and health, safety and compliance requirements.
Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, practices, and employee experience across the site.