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Human Resources Manager (on-site) | Location: Mississauga, ON

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Role & Responsibilities

The Human Resources Manager serves as the subject matter expert for HR matters across Canada and the US. The manager will lead Human Resources initiatives in areas such as Performance Management, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, Policy and Procedure Development, health care benefit coordination, Health and Safety and HR Compliance.

Organizational Development

Partner with the President and Senior Management in creating/formulating, communicating and implementing the organization’s Vision, Values and overall business plans and objectives.

Work with the Senior Management team to coordinate a Company-wide process of organization development that addresses issues such as organization design, job design, headcount forecasting, succession planning, skills/knowledge development, key employee retention and change management.

Performance, Culture & Employee Experience

Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews and calibration support for managers.

Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, performance improvement plans and termination processes in partnership with legal counsel when required

Support and implement leadership development, manager training and employee learning programs

Assist in working with each department on a training Matrix for new employees and new processes. Keeps all records of training matrix and evaluations for performance measurements.

Talent Management

Assess current and future staffing needs of the organization and develop/execute appropriate talent acquisition plans and programs. Works with Senior Management to develop overall staffing strategy and supporting initiatives/programs: temporary agencies, behavioural assessments, contingency/retainer-based search firms, testing methods, screening/selection protocols, and job descriptions, etc.

Leads competitive market research to establish pay practices and pay bands that help to recruit and retain strategic hires.

Provide guidance, coaching and support to people managers on performance management including terminations, role changes and promotions, employee development and day-to-day HR practices.

Track, analyze and report on core HR metrics (e.g. turnover, time-to-hire, engagement insights)

Own the HRIS and HCM (Dayforce) as the single source of truth for employee data, ensuring data accuracy and security.

Health Care Benefits

Oversee benefits administration and ensure programs remain competitive and compliant within Canada and the US.

Administers all Company benefit enrolment for new staff and updates or changes for current staff; including training with the insurance brokers on Canadian and US benefits package, such as Health and Dental, Life and LTD and 401K retirement plans, owning updating the HRIS in regard to benefits.

Policies/Procedure/Legislation Compliance

Ensure 100% compliance with Canada & US employment and labour laws, including ESA, human rights legislation and workplace health and safety requirements.

Maintain, update and enforce employee handbooks, policies, procedures and practices aligned with local regulations.

Assist the JHSC to establish “toolbox” monthly training; including training materials and guidelines. Keeping all records of the training current and up to date with the Safety committee.

Health and Safety

Participates as a Management Representative on Joint Health and Safety Committee.

Oversees the legally mandated training requirements for JHSC members and First Aiders.

Produces procedures to assist in reducing workplace accidents, WSIB claims and incidents.

Qualifications & Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, with a specialty in Human Resources

5-8 years of experience in progressive human resources experience, including recruiting coordination, with demonstrated ownership of HR operations and people management practices.

Strong working knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and HR regulatory requirements.

Knowledge of US employment legislation and HR regulatory requirements preferred.

Experience using HR systems & tools (ie Dayforce) with a process and data-driven mindset.

Proven experience supporting senior leaders.

Professional HR designation (CHRP/CHRL) or working toward, preferred.

The Perks

Annual Performance Bonus (pro-rated for your first year)

Monthly Company Lunch

Paid Time Off

Dental Care

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

On-site Gym

On-site Parking

Casual Dress Policy

Fantastic Coworkers

At A.C. Americas, we have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

This contract position is to fill a maternity-leave and offers competitive compensation of $90,000.00/annually based on experience, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment. If you meet the requirements and are looking to advance your career as a Human Resources Manager, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 15 months

Pay: $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress

Company events

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Application question(s):

Do you have or are you working toward a professional HR designation (CHRP/CHRL)?

Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, with a specialty in Human Resources?

What are your salary expectations for this role?

Work Location: In person