Human Resources Generalist

**Summary**:
The National HR Generalist will provide support and coaching to all business units across Canada by overseeing all elements of HR including; Labor Relations, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment & Training, Compensation & Benefits, Health & Safety, Performance Management, Diversity & Inclusion and Health & Wellness.

**Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Canada Business Unit Manager, the responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

- Act as an internal consultant to provide expert coaching and direction on HR policy, collective agreement, employee relations, legislation, employment standards, human rights and compensation.
- Assist the Canada Business Unit Manager in assessing organizational needs, developing aligned human resource solutions and implement strategies in the areas of employee relations, compensation and benefits, recognition, administration, employee engagement and colleague wellness.
- Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and provincial requirements, conducting investigations, maintaining records, and representing the organization at hearings.
- Interfaces with outside legal counsel for employment law interpretation, employment contracts and other legal matters.
- Ensures planning, monitoring, and appraisal of employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees; scheduling management conferences with employees; hearing and resolving employee grievances; and counseling employees and supervisors.
- Manage the Employee Survey process, analyzing and communicating results, developing and ensuring accountability for action items
- Champion for the on-boarding process for all employees ensuring a seam-free transition, legal compliance and regular check-ins.
- Participate in International Women’s Network (IWN) and Diversity & Inclusion Committees supporting diversity in the selection and management of talent and ensuring equality of treatment based on competencies.
- Review job descriptions and job specifications to stay relevant with the industry and currency of skill requirements.
- Conduct and lead annual pay review process; including participation in provincial compensation surveys to ensure internal equity, gender equality and competitiveness with the industry norm.
- Manages a pay plan by conducting periodic pay surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; preparing pay budgets; monitoring and scheduling individual pay actions; and recommending, planning, and implementing pay structure revisions.
- Manages and acts as a liaison with business unit managers for all Leave of Absences including personal, medical, maternity, parental and other provincially recognized, job protected leaves.
- Implements and administers employee benefits programs and informs employees of benefits by studying and assessing benefit needs and trends; recommending benefit programs to management; directing the processing of benefit claims.
- Coach, train and update leaders & colleagues in workplace safety, injury management, disability management & GRTW/Stay at Work programs
- Manages the Health and Safety program which includes policy updates, development of safety training, monitoring safety metrics and assisting business units in promoting safety-oriented management culture.
- Manages all WCB, STD and LTD claims, implementing a return-to-work culture and driving reduction in claims costs.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Demonstrated working knowledge of multiple human resource areas such as policy, employment law, labor relations, recruitment and compensation.
- Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources or Human Resources Certificate from a recognized institution preferred, and 5+ years related HR experience in a service environment.
- Ability to communicate in French and English effectively, both verbally and in writing, with employees in all Canadian provinces including Quebec.
- Experience in managing a Health and Safety program and in promoting a safety-oriented management culture.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate and communicate with a diverse group of individuals, creating a collaborative environment.
- Ability to develop strong relationships, building environment of trust and influencing change.
- Strategic, innovative and entrepreneurial approach to problem solving with a curiosity for up-to-date HR practices and market trends.
- Results oriented, analytical and proactive with proven organizational skills
- Flexible and able to embrace and respond to change effectively.
- Highly ethical, responsible & reliable professional with strong business acumen.
- Must be able to travel as required

**About the company**:
Avery Weigh-Tronix is the leading global manufacturer of high-quality weighing products and systems, with a successful history spanning more than two centuries.

Avery Weigh-Tronix is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.