HR Generalist

**Job Summary**:
The HR Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties at the Cambridge facility. Human Resources works closely with our leadership team and employees in Cambridge to ensure consistent and effective implementation of internal programs and processes, facilitates internal communication, and assists in providing guidance to both employees and Managers. This individual will participate in functional areas including departmental development, HRIS, employee relations, organization development, HR administration and employment.

**Core Duties/Responsibilities**:

- Act as a first point of contact to all employees regarding Human Resources matters.
- Responsible for all HR communications including HR bulletin boards with accurate and up to date.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and update of HR policies, standards and procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining compliance of HR regulations with the guidance of HR Manager.
- Assist in managing investigations and employee relations casework, including dispute resolution, disciplinary, grievances, short and long-term sickness, appeals, restructuring/lay-offs, absence management, and performance management.
- Coach and support managers and supervisors to effectively navigate the performance management process.
- Assist and support HR projects/initiatives as required.
- Establish relationship and rapport with employees and encourage employees to communicate openly concerning issues affecting job satisfaction.
- Assist in providing education, advice, support, coaching and consulting to Managers ensuring compliance with best practice and employment law.
- Assist in termination process in terms of coaching and preparation for delivery and all required follow-up activities.
- Maintain and create job descriptions and facilitate reviews of all job descriptions.
- Active member of internal programs such as employee recognition, employee engagement, Health & Safety Committee and retention.
- Generate reports, compile data, and conduct research as required.
- Ensure for the safe use of confidential personnel records and Employee remuneration information.
- Maintain Employee personnel files, HRIS, all soft copies of Human Resources Drive with accuracy to ensure information is up to date.
- Conduct employee exit interviews
- Actively involved in various stages of the recruitment processes.
- Perform and coordinate new hire orientation and the onboarding process.
- Prepare requested letters for Employees concerning employment information.
- Assign, maintain and change facility security pass and entrance codes for Employees.
- Ensure all training requirements are up to date for all employees.
- Work with Management and HR Manager for the maintenance of the Pay Equity reporting.
- Support with annual merit increase cycle.
- Administer and act as a liaison between the benefit providers, Employees and the Company.
- Ensure timely completion of all accident/injury reporting to WSIB and support return to work procedures.
- Manage payroll inquiries with the assistance of finance department as well as ensuring accuracy and compliance with HR policies and legislative requirements.
- Assist with HR budget planning.
- Act as backup HR for Concord site.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Skill/Knowledge & Other Requirements**:

- Requires a Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Human Resources or related field.
- 3 years progressive Human Resources experience.
- 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Must be familiar with employment legislation and regulations (Canadian Employment Standards, OHSA, Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, etc.).
- General knowledge of human resource practices such as recruitment, pay equity, employee relations and onboarding.
- Some experience of coaching managers on HR issues.
- Confidentiality and trustworthy individual with an objective view on Company and Employee issues.
- Strong computer skills in the Windows environment and Microsoft Office.
- Exceptional oral communication skills to communicate and build relationship effectively with all levels within the organization and externally.
- Strong writing skills for creating reports, correspondence, contracts, requests, and other documentation.
- Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
- Ability to make decisions, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong in database management.
- Ability to effectively work in a small environment.
- Effective time management skills.
- Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Must be able to gather and analyze information skillfully.
- Motivated highly energetic individual.
- Ability to lead change, problem solving and detail in all areas of work.
- Convey a positive and professional image to applicants and employees.

**Other Skills/Knowledge**:

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