Human Resources Generalist

AV Group NB Inc.•Atholville, NB

32d•Onsite

About The Position

AV Group NB Inc. is an exciting and innovative company operating two pulp mills in New Brunswick. The two mills produce dissolving grade pulp for the unique global market of viscose fibre. Located in Atholville, New Brunswick, our pulp mill finds itself in a picturesque area of the Restigouche River. AV Group NB Inc. is part of the Aditya Birla Group (ABG), a 60 billion $US corporation in the League of Fortune 500 companies. With 130 Manufacturing units operating in 40+ countries and 6 continents, the Group is anchored by an extraordinary force of over 187,000 employees, belonging to 100 different nationalities. Over 60 percent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations. As a member of The Aditya Birla Group based in India, our mandate is to produce specialty pulp products to service the textile industry. AV Group offers outstanding career opportunities as well as the chance to be a part of a developing team. AV Group NB Inc. Atholville Mill is currently recruiting for the following position: Human Resources Generalist – HR Department Role Overview Reporting to the Human Resource Manager, the HR Generalist will play a key role in the HR department. The successful candidate will assist in driving human resources initiatives and administering programs/policies that will promote a positive high-performance culture. This fast-paced environment will be both challenging and rewarding. The ideal candidate must have a desire to succeed and grow while utilizing their service driven personality. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both employee experience and organizational success while developing strong business and HR expertise.

Requirements

University degree combined with 1 to 5 years’ Human Resources experience is preferred; however, recent graduates will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with experience using HRIS platforms; intermediate Excel proficiency is required.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Strong organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and prioritization skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

CHRP designation (or equivalent), in progress or willingness to obtain, is considered an asset.
Experience in a Unionized manufacturing environment is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process for salaried and unionized positions, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, onboarding, and orientation.
Support the delivery and continuous improvement of Human Resources programs, policies, and initiatives that promote employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, HRIS data, and other confidential HR documentation in compliance with company policies and legislative requirements.
Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, employment standards, and workplace practices.
Support positive labour relations by assisting with the administration and interpretation of collective agreements, grievance processes, and collective bargaining preparation.
Coordinate and support employee training, organizational development, performance management, employee recognition, and retention initiatives.
Assist with the administration of employee benefits and compensation programs.
Prepare HR reports, metrics, and documentation to support compliance, operational needs, and strategic decision-making.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects that enhance HR services and support business objectives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.