Administration & HR Assistant, Thunder Bay Sawmill

1 week ago

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada Resolute Forest Products Full time

Focused on both environmental stewardship and financial success, Resolute Forest Products offers promising and fulfilling job opportunities, where motivated individuals have every chance to accelerate their careers.

If you are passionate and ready to make a difference, Resolute is the company that will assure you of success.


Our Thunder Bay location in Ontario, Canada is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Administration & HR Assistant, Thunder Bay Sawmill.

This job is permanent, full-time.

Administration & HR Assistant, Thunder Bay Sawmill

The Administrative & HR Assistant reports to the Human Resources Superintendent, and is directly responsible to provide site level administrative support for Human Resources and the local sawmill management group.**
You will be a customer service superstar as you work with our employees, supervisors, potential employees, vendors and the Sawmill Team. You will also have the ability to adjust to the rapidly changing priorities working with a busy, professional team.

What you gain by working with us:

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
  • At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays; depending on your experience
  • Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
  • Telemedicine services
  • Definedcontribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Education assistance program
  • Health club reimbursement program
  • Work Travel Assistance Program
  • Referral bonuses
  • Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay.
  • A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Your responsibilities:

  • Comply with our health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Perform a variety of administrative duties such as answering the phone, picking up the mail, typing and/or distributing correspondence, minutes and reports, and scheduling and arranging meetings
  • Provide Human Resources support to all managers in the areas of Recruitment, Orientation, Training, Benefits, and Health & Safety
  • Make necessary travel arrangements for Sawmill staff by obtaining flight, car rental and hotel reservations and prepare and submit expense reports to accounting for payment
  • Inputting and extracting required information from available business systems and sharing data with key personnel
  • Calculate and input hours for safety stats into database and action reports from Incite
  • Conduct all office functions and administrative duties
  • Coordinate schedules, appointments
  • As requested, conduct ad hoc research, compile information and make recommendations
  • Participate in/preparation of special assignments and analysis as initiated by the Sawmill Manager, General Manager and other Operating Managers.
  • Support and ensure adherence to corporate and local policies and procedures.

Ideal profile:

  • Certificate in Office Administration / HR, Business Administration or equivalent.
  • 35 years of work experience within an industrialized manufacturing setting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills required, including an ability to work collaboratively within a fast paced and structured environment
  • Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to balance priorities that meet short and longterm objectives; uses organized and efficient work methods
  • Proficient analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite particularly in Excel and PowerPoint; SAP would be an asset.
  • Selfmotivated with an optimistic outlook and the ability to motivate and energize others

Your team:

  • Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will be part of a resultsoriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.
You will view Thunder Bay is naturally home to epic outdoor adventures. In and around the city, there are hundreds of parks and conservation areas ready for you to explore.

Find golf, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, angling and sailing opportunities within in walking distance; and Lake Superior - the world's largest freshwater lake a mere stone's throw away as well as the pleasures of many winter activities including skiing or snowmobiling.


Other notable sites include:

  • Fort William Historical Park: This is a recreation of an early 1800s fur trade post
  • Sleeping Giant Provincial Park: This park is known for its scenic views and natural wonders
  • Mount McKay: You can climb to one of the highest points in the province at this location
  • Prince Arthur's Landing: You can enjoy art galleries, museums, and food at this location
  • Terry Fox Memorial: This memorial is dedicated to Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research
Resolute Forest Products is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the ne

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