HR Generalist

**HR Specialist/Generalist - Training & Development Focus**

The Human Resources Training and Development Specialist plays a critical role in aligning enterprise-wide learning and talent development strategies are effectively deployed and tailored to local business needs. Partnering closely with the Center of Excellence (COE) for Talent and Organizational Development, this role is responsible for localizing and deploying training initiatives that enhance workforce capability, support organizational growth, and ensure alignment with company culture and strategic objectives, while serving the employee base with multiple facets of Human Resources which includes supporting employee relations and recruitment.

**As a HR Specialist in Training and Development you will**:

- **Training & Development (Primary Focus)**
- Work with the leadership teams to assess development needs, identify skills gaps, and deliver/facilitate localized learning solutions that promote safety, productivity and skills enhancement for both salaried and hourly.
- Work closely with the TWI teams to deliver training programs focused on manufacturing:

- Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Technical skills (e.g., equipment operation, maintenance)
- Quality standards and continuous improvement (e.g., Lean, 5S)
- On the Job Training (Training Within Industry Methodology)
- Leadership development for team leads and supervisors
- Collaborate with Human Resources team and business leaders to identify current and future leadership development needs for salaried group to design and facilitate learning programs that support leadership competencies and professional growth.
- Maintain training matrices and ensure certification records are legally compliance and audit-ready.
- Support apprenticeship programs developing partnerships with local colleges and universities.
- Recommend improvements to training delivery methods and support a culture of ongoing learning.

**Human Resources Generalist**- Support the HR team and the business with talent management which includes performance management, employee relations and talent acquisition.
- Assist in administering engagement initiatives, and internal communications.
- Contribute to employee relations matters and support investigations and conflict resolution under the guidance of HR leadership
- Provide effective and dedicated HR advisory service to employees in relation to organizational change and all other employee-relations matters
- Maintain visibility with all employees and addresses any issues and concerns that are identified in a timely and professional manner
- Support and collaborate with the HR Manager on strategic and operational HR initiatives; serve as acting point of contact in the HR Manager's absence as delegated.

**We are looking for someone who will have**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business/Human Resources/Psychology/Industrial Relations or equivalent experience coupled with a Diploma in Human Resources
- 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist or Training Coordinator in an industrial or manufacturing setting
- Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning principles, and training evaluation techniques
- Strong facilitation, communication, presentation and coaching skills-comfortable working on the shop floor
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is an asset
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on outcomes
- Initiative and creativity in developing training solutions
- Is client-centric; proactively anticipates and actions internal customers' needs
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Must have some flexibility to work evenings as required for delivering content across multiple shift schedules (5% of the time)
- Experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment
- Health & Safety, HRPA designation, or training-related certifications (e.g., Train-the-Trainer, CHRP, CPTD) are considered strong assets.

**What we offer you**:
Typical pay is $59,000 - 81,000 annually.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Generous Quarterly Bonuses with cash or RRSP options
- Comprehensive Benefit Package including life insurance, health, dental, health care spending account, and paramedical services (paid by employer)
- Education Tuition Assistance
- Job Security
- Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
- Wellness and Gym Reimbursement Programs
- Training and Developmental Opportunities
- Continuous Performance Feedback
- Company Holidays (up to one week shutdown during Christmas Break)
- Fun social events, holiday party, bowling nights.
- And many more...

**About G&W Electric**

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide