HR Generalist

Terrapure Environmental•Mississauga, ON

50d

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role on the plant team by ensuring HR programs and initiatives meet employee and business objectives for a diverse group including unionized hourly staff. The position provides guidance to employees and responds to a variety of Human Resources related questions, including administration and interpretation of the CBA.

Requirements

Diploma or Certificate in Human Resource Management or equivalent experience in Human Resources, holding a CHRP designation a strong asset
1–3 years’ experience in HR support role. Experience in a manufacturing or unionized environment a plus.
Excellent communication, conflict resolution and analytical skills.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Strong organizational skills – ability to prioritize, plan and execute;
Entrepreneurial spirit – ability to take ownership of assigned client groups.
Self-motivated, strong hands-on work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or unionized environment a plus.
holding a CHRP designation a strong asset

Responsibilities

Responsible for end to end support of assigned client group, comprised of hourly and Operations leadership.
Sound understanding of the Collective Agreement, including the interpretation of the grievance process, ensuring that employee-related issues are properly addressed and resolved.
Assists in investigations and makes recommendations in the resolution of sensitive issues, ensuring discretion, continuity and consistency with practices, policies, the terms of the Collective Agreement and Terrapure objectives.
Acts as an advisor to operational leaders on the administration of the various HR programs.
Administers the Attendance Management Programs to ensure consistent application and timely response.
Supports H&S and operational leaders on non-occupational, disability or medical leaves including regular follow-up to the employee and providing updates to supervisors of return to work.
Coach operational leaders and provide recommendations or resolutions to employee concerns.
Responsible for internal communication
Organize employee engagement activities as required.
Act as liaison for employee benefits, payroll inquiries and preparation of job reference letters, ensuring timely follow up.
Ownership of employee record keeping and timely reporting within the HRIS systems.
Supports the Manager, Human Resources with reporting for operational leaders.
Responsible for plant recruitment, retention and engagement activities,
Provide administrative support
Other duties as assigned