Grand River Foods Looking for Human Resources Generalist at Waterloo, ON Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist at Grand River Foods Waterloo is responsible for all staff and personnel matters at this facility including, but not limited to recruitment and selection, conditions of employment, staff training, absenteeism control programs, and other administrative tasks. He/she also provides counsel and support on Human Resource matters such as performance management, discipline/discharge, harassment, employee/labour relations, contract administration and policies and procedures.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruitment of new employees, following corporate procedure
• Assist in the delivery of orientation training
• Facilitate training and development programs for the organization
• Development and maintenance of employee job descriptions and standards
• Interact with external organizations impacting employee welfare i.e. WSIB, Labour Board, etc.
• Assists with the carrying out of a company-wide process of organization development that addresses issues such as succession planning, superior workforce development, key employee retention, organization design, and change management
• Assists with the company-wide committees including the wellness, training, environmental health and safety, activity, and culture and communications committees

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of applicable employment law and Human Rights in the local region/province
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Workplace Health & Safety and HACCP regulations
• Ability to analyze data and situations and provide recommendations
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, strong knowledge of people management, coaching and leadership skills
• High level of attention to detail, well developed influencing, negotiating and consulting skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong presentation skills, strong analytical skills, ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision, ability to work with all levels of management and an ability to analyze and decipher related data
• Be able to motivate staff through positive employee relations

ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Effective resolution of employee issues and concerns
• Identification and development of training programs

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Operations Manager
• Plant Supervisors
• Management
• Corporate HR

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Post secondary education in Human Resources Management
• Minimum two years broad knowledge and experience across several HR disciplines
• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility an asset
• Must be able to deal effectively with people from all departments and levels of the organization

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.