Manager, People

Company Introduction: Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings fabrications and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear engineered products, architectural and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. Position Summary: The People & Culture Manager role is a facility‑specific role and is the lead for the department to successfully meet the facility goals and objectives and manages all People & Culture functions within the plant. It ensures compliance with all regulations, provides information to other leaders as necessary, and reports directly to the Vice President People & Culture with a dotted line to the site General Manager. Primary Responsibilities: Provide direction and guidance to the General Manager Site team managers and all other team members on HR policies and procedures ensuring consistency. Actively participate as a functional resource on the business team ensuring HR is an integral part of the business strategy. Keep team members, managers, general manager and leadership advised on changes. Play an integral part in the facility engagement survey results through integrating cultural values into day‑to‑day business activities. Provide direction to Site Management in interpreting and applying employee‑related policies, practices and procedures as well as applicable laws, governmental regulations and internal investigations to enhance consistency and maintain and improve the work environment of the facility. Provide employment and personnel services including hiring new employees, administering benefits, providing appropriate training and ensuring a safe work environment. Coordinate programs for management recruiting and selection. Ensure effective delivery of support services for the internal posting program. Provide directives considering impact upon the company (financial), employee engagement and consideration for the future (new practices, policies and procedures). Support and maintain regional points of contact for competitive businesses for local wage and benefit surveys to be conducted. Formulate and/or implement policies, practices and procedures related to employment practices, appropriate training, benefits and safety. Develop and coordinate training development and promotion to ensure proper and effective staffing, personnel selection and practices, manpower planning and succession planning, skills development, training, policy & practice interpretation and application. Assist managers in addressing individual and organizational effectiveness issues and compensation administration. Preparation of presentations for Department and Leadership Meetings; ensure timely updating of Action Plans, Departmental Goals, Key Performance Indicators and provide reports as required. Accountable for the fair administration of the discipline process. Monitor departmental spending and provide input into business planning and annual budget. Ensure the positive induction of new employees by providing New Hire Orientations when required. Assist in development of Continuous Improvement initiatives and manage resulting projects to completion and implementation as assigned, including action plans. Perform other duties as necessary in support of departmental goals. Comply with requirements as outlined in the company handbook and OHSA. Follow and comply with all operational procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook; Quality and Environment programs (i.e. IATF ISO 14001). Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business‑related degree. Minimum of 5 years of experience in senior HR positions with deep knowledge of manufacturing operations. Minimum of 3 years experience developing & implementing best‑in‑class health and safety programs. Strong knowledge of employment law. Experience with Lean Manufacturing philosophy is a definite asset. High energy and self‑motivated; confident leading change. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Strong project management and presentation skills. Requires some experience in employee relations, benefits, compensation, personnel and training with a working knowledge of operations. Required Skills & Expertise: Hands‑On, Roll‑Up‑Your‑Sleeves personality. Bias for action – reacts promptly to issues with appropriate actions/responses. Ability to thrive in a Lean and Mean, resource‑conscious organization. Capable of managing multiple challenging assignments concurrently; moving swiftly and decisively but collaboratively and effectively with others. Effective problem solver. Perceptive, responsible and accountable. Team player. Equipment / Tools / Technology Used: Must possess strong human relations and communications skills along with organization, planning and personal computer proficiency. UKG HRIS The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. What We Offer - Your Benefits Package: At Arrow we proudly offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances and future. Health & Wellness: Health, dental and vision coverage from day one Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health) Fitness membership discount Work boots and prescription safety glasses program Financial Benefits: Automatic enrollment in company‑paid deferred profit sharing RRSP match program Life and travel insurance for you and your family Profit sharing Employee discount program Time Off & Culture: Three weeks vacation days to start Regular company events and team activities Supportive inclusive workplace culture Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement for job‑related education and training Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr