HR OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Ariston Group•Rothesay, NB

2d•CA$59,000 - CA$73,000•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Operations Senior Specialist serves as a strategic partner to the Production team, supporting both factory blue-collar employees and staff members. Through data-driven insights, workforce management, and HR operational excellence, the role helps leaders make informed business decisions that enhance productivity and organizational performance while maintaining a positive employee experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
HRIS and employee data management in SAP SuccessFactors
HR reporting and people analytics
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI
Payroll and time & attendance systems
Knowledge of labour laws and HR compliance

Nice To Haves

Professional HR designation (CHRP/CPHR) is an asset.
Experience working with Dayforce is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the full-cycle recruiting process and onboarding for all blue-collar roles, including both permanent and temporary staffing needs.
Provide comprehensive day-to-day HR support across areas such as employee relations, internal communications, benefits administration, updating information in SF and Dayforce, disciplinary actions, and low-performance management, in close collaboration with the HR Manager, HR Business Partner, and Plant Leadership team.
Serve as the main point of contact for plant HR KPIs, with a strong focus on labour cost control, productivity, and reports (Cognos).
Represent the plant on People Development initiatives, including training programs, skills assessments, and employee engagement or promotions.
Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, developing a deep understanding of employee concerns, operational challenges, and business needs, while proactively identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Provide support, guidance, and resources to help international hires and employees with their work permits and PR support as applicable, as required to support plant and organizational objectives.
Support performance management cycles (goal setting, evaluations, corrective action plans) for the production staff team.
Identify high-potential operators or technicians and support succession planning at the plant level.
Track training compliance (mandatory, technical, safety-related).
Support budgeting exercises related to labour and people costs.
Other tasks needed, including ordering clothing, organizing recognition events, lunch and learn sessions, etc.
Oversees Payroll and Compensation for the blue-collar employees.
Oversees Health & Safety matters (accommodation, referrals, WorkSafe NB, etc) together with the H&S Coordinator.
Manage labour relations (grievances, union negotiation, etc.).