Senior Human Resources Manager

Our client in Wingham Ontario is expanding their Senior Leadership team to include a seasoned HR Professional with 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing or Automotive industry. The Human Resources Leader must embody the values and vision of company, supporting the organizational culture. While leading the day-to-day functions of the HR team, this role will support all divisions, leadership, and employees by leading and facilitating company policies, procedures, recruitment, and employee relations while operating to foster a healthy company culture based on our core values. Key to the role is formulating partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added services to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.Position Qualifications:
Post-secondary education in Human ResourcesCHRP/CHRL/CHRE designation is an assetKnowledge of HR best practices, processes, policies, relevant employment standards, and legislationKnowledge of Canadian and US employment law and related legislation;
Primarily Ontario, and MichiganExposure to Alberta, Quebec, Saskatchewan, California, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Texas, Montana, South Carolina, New York - assetStandard First Aid and Mental Health First Aider - assetSkillsAction-oriented bringing deliverables to close leveraging a strong work ethicDemonstrate sound judgement with the ability to think strategically and execute tacticallyManage and move through both strategic and day-to-day matters effectively while driving multiple competing prioritiesNavigate sensitive situations appropriately confidently and with confidentialityNegotiate complex and confidential situations with confidence and efficiencyCollaborate across many teams, levels, and situations with a flexible skillset applying strong analytical and problem-solving skillsPassionate about coaching leaders and employees with strategic input and advice displaying an enthusiastic and hands-on approachStrong leadership, relationship development, and influencing skillsComputer proficiency (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Exposure to Smartsheet - assetExperience12+ years of human resources experience as an HRBP7+ years in an HR leadership role in a professional corporate environmentExperience with / in ADP or other HRIS systemsConfidential informationConflict resolutionPolicy &
procedure development and implementationRecruitment &
retentionTraining &
developmentWSIB case management and RTW programsExperience in a manufacturing organization - assetCommunicationExcellent oral and written communication including Ability to influence / convince an audienceNegotiation and conflict resolution Interface and collaborate with all companies and departments Strong presentation skills with a clear and concise communication styleEffective interpersonal, written and verbal communicationsAble to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Responsibilities:
Maintain and Develop Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, Workflows, and Processes that support consistency and efficiency within the HR department and organizationDrive Departmental and Organizational activities and needs associated with the Human Resources Provide direct reports with direction, guidance, and coaching on day-to-day activities by ensuring the team is building positive relationships and credibility across all levels of the organizationContribute to and develop the organizations’ people’s strategy, focusing on team and cultureDevelop and execute organizational planning, engagement strategies, succession planning, diversity &
inclusion practices, talent acquisition, learning &
development, performance management, and compensationPartner closely with Senior Management and Operations Leadership Team, offering advice and direction on go-forward strategies and operational planningPartner with leadership to establish consistent performance management, career planning, and compensation benchmarkingConsult, coach, and influence Leaders and Managers in all aspects of their team members’ employees and help drive team effectivenessSupports organizational and leaderships efforts to effectively manage &
lead changeProvide the team with day-to-day guidance and support on more complex HR mattersProvide professional, clear, and constructive communication to employees and leadershipEnsure employee relations issues are resolved appropriately and timely and operate in a closed-loop communication environmentLead all aspects of employee relations issues sensitively and effectively, by working with leaders, managers, and employment counsel as neededIdentify and problem-solve employee matters strategically, fairly, and thoughtfullyOversee all HR KPI’s and provide organizational support for other departmentsHire HR team members, and manage performance, coaching, and priorities within the departmentDriving a positive HR team environment while executing efficiently and accuratelyResponsible for managing such initiatives as the attendance and / or the quality incentive Support the organization’s safety programs and goalsDriving ADP’s HRIS developmentManage and advise throughout the employment lifecycle, including:
International recruitment &
selection Collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies requiredTemporary Foreign Worker Program (including LMIA application and audit)Onboarding management and facilitation Respirator Fit program training and administration Benefit and pension management Safety initiatives and compliance WSIB / Workers Compensation, RTW &
LTD claims managementOversee the return to work of staff, the ability to remain at work for injured or disabled staff, duty to accommodate issues, or other performance related issues involving illness or disabilityTraining program development and facilitation;
internal and externalWorkforce compensation planning and trend forecasting;
COLA, market, &
retention Time and attendance tracking Design and implement employee retention strategies Conduct performance and salary reviewsSuccession planning Progressive discipline and workplace investigationsTermination and outplacement assistance Filing / record retention &
updatingMaintain company organization charts and employee directoryPolicy / procedure development and implementation Ensure job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all regulationsCanada Ontario Job Grant and other government funding sourcing, application and program facilitation Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiativesOversee and facilitate periodic employee surveys, compiling results back to management and assisting in closing the loop with employees on outcomes and actions as a resultPoint of contact for any independent government organizations such as MOL &
MOEEnsure organizational compliance regarding regulations and laws by executing necessary policies and procedures. (e.G., WSIB/Workers Compensation, (Mi)OSHA, etc.)