HR Generalist

SLACAN Industries Inc. is Canada's largest designer and manufacturer of Pole line Hardware, which includes a full line of Transmission and Distribution products. We service the OEM market including the agricultural, mining and other industries. Our in-house processes include forgings, hot / cold stampings and weldments. Our Company is currently looking for a **HR Generalist** to join our team **Note**: this is a fully on-site position **Why Work at Slacan?** - Excellent company paid benefit and wellness package - Group RRSP (5% Company Contribution and 4% matching) - 3 weeks vacation - Employee Family Assistance Program - Employee events throughout the year (i.e. food truck days, ice cream days, Slacan giveaways) - Bi-monthly Company Newsletter - Opportunities for career development **Position Overview** As our HR Generalist, you will help the employees at Slacan with their day to day questions; collaborate with hiring managers to bring best talent to the team and lead lots of other projects building some of them from scratch. This is an opportunity for someone with "people first" mindset and eagerness to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position reports to the Human Resources Manager and will be supporting a unionized facility. As a “true” Generalist your responsibilities will range from; full cycle-recruitment, performance management, payroll, employee relations, training & development, HRIS, disability management and labour relations. **Responsibilities** - Design and implement the Slacan full cycle recruitment program for both hourly and salary positions, ensuring our Company is recruiting and selecting the best possible talent. - Assist in the implementation and communication/training of all HR policies and procedures - Employment legislation knowledge including Employment Standards Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Human Rights legislation, and maintain compliance of necessary standards. - Foster positive employee relations and effectively manage employee relations issues. Assisting with employee complaint and investigation process, advising on conflict management, and assisting Supervisor with corrective action preparation - Payroll and benefit administration for salary and hourly employees - Assist with the Early and Safe Return to Work/Disability management programs. Ensuring timelines are met and proper follow up has been maintained. - Participate in all Health and Safety programs, attending Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings, and documentation of programs, training and Safety communication. - Maintain and improve HR Standard Materials (correspondence, job descriptions, forms, policies, procedures, PowerPoints, checklists, contracts, employee file). Ensuring all are up to date and in electronic format. - Participate in various Human Resources initiatives and projects in support of Company goals - Support the development of an annual performance management process for all employees, as well as the development of employee programs (attendance awards, years of service, etc.) - Create quarterly updates, working with all departments on articles/communication for posting. - Perform all other duties assigned **Skills** - Strong employee relations. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships - Hands-on, willing attitude, with interpersonal skills to maintain positive employee relations - Ability to work in a close team environment with overlapping/shared responsibilities and maintain positive working relationships - A dedicated and energetic individual who takes initiative to achieve results - Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation skills **Knowledge and Experience** - 1-3 years’ experience in a Human Resources role, specifically manufacturing environment an asset. - Bachelor’s degree and/or certificate in HR or related field; - Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation an asset. - Knowledge of ESA, Human Rights Code, OHSA, WSIB Regulations and other related legislation pertaining to workplace Human Resources