Labour Relations Manager

Come join our outstanding team at _**RDJ Bakeries**_.

We are Canada’s manufacturer for high value crackers We support our retail partners around the globe to establish the best quality product.
- **RDJ Bakeries Ltd**_ is currently looking for a Labour Relations Manager to join our growing day shift team.

**Job purpose**

Responsible for overseeing the investigated disputes between workers and coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints and concerns.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

The associate’s primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:

- Oversee investigations and evaluate complaints or arguments to determine viability.
- Assist in the scheduling or coordinate the details of grievance hearings or other meetings.
- Monitor company or workforce adherence to labour legislation.
- Advise the HR Director on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
- Prepare and submit required governmental reports or forms related to labour relations matters, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) forms or minority compensation reports.
- Review and advice the HR Director on employee disciplinary actions, such as written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations.
- Develop methods to monitor employee satisfaction with policies or working conditions, including grievance or complaint procedures.
- Manage the suggestion and the communication of the feedback.
- Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices.
- Monitor the action plans and communicate back to employees.
- Act with integrity and protect sensitive data confidentiality.
- Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
- Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company Procedures.
- Approve the vacation requests.
- Carry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure.
- Issue disciplinary action when needed.
- Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
- Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
- Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**
- Proven experience as training manager or similar role.
- Degree in Human Resource, Labour Relations, or Conflict Resolution.
- Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, the negotiating process, applicable sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Employment Standards Act, related statutes and case law.
- Understanding of Labour Relations Board procedures and processes
- Ability to gain and maintain the respect and confidence of parties in an often-hostile atmosphere.
- Skilled in problem solving and able to develop innovative approaches to complex labour relations or employment issues.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Capability to produce reports and presentations for senior leadership when needed.
- Pay close attention to details.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.

**Working conditions**
- Always work indoors.
- Frequent Meetings and Investigations.
- Research
- Straight office hours.

**Physical requirements**
- Siting for long periods of time.
- Talking.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON N1R 7L3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person