Human Resources Generalist

**About Us**

Hydra Dyne Tech designs and manufactures custom hydraulic products. We produce some of the world’s most reliable rotary unions, hydraulic cylinders and manifold blocks. Our clients include leading OEMs globally.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is equipped with both specialized equipment and general computer numerical controlled machines. Our strength and individuality lie in our ability to create and conceptualize unique solutions for our customers’ design needs. We are continually expanding and improving our techniques to keep us on the leading edge of technology.

We provide ample opportunity to learn and excel within our company, and offer excellent opportunities to those who are enthusiastic and driven to succeed. We strive to train our young, ambitious employees and offer plenty of opportunity for advancement.

**Purpose of Job**:

- The HR Generalist is responsible for assisting the business in providing a wide range of HR support and guidance to all levels of an organization. Responsibilities will range from; full cycle-recruitment, employee, payroll and benefits administration, HRIS, disability management and employee relations while facilitating a positive relationship between employees and senior management.
- The HR Generalist will support and engage in short-term solutions to best serve our people, while preparing for long-term growth. This role also includes owning the process of payroll, benefit and pension administration.

**Principal Accountabilities**:

- Foster positive employee relations and effectively support the management of employee relations issues (employee performance and discipline issues).
- Assist in developing and executing Human Resources procedures and policies and provide guidance to managers and supervisors on their implementation and interpretation.
- Provides support to employees by responding to employee questions and concerns and guide and direct employees on human resource policies and processes. Maintain an open door policy.
- Support the on-boarding process and coordinate, organize and deliver orientation for all new hires as needed.
- Perform payroll and benefits administration and communicate benefit information to employees. Has responsibility for payroll duties as described below:

- Review and audit all relevant payroll data for bi-weekly payroll.
- Remit and reconcile all government remittances.
- Answer any payroll related questions from employees or outside sources.
- Complete year-end T4 processing and understand legislative requirements for company payroll.
- Perform year-end reconciliations for payroll accounts.
- Reconcile and update employee benefits and pension contributions.
- Manage the organization’s employee database and maintain and improve HR Standard Materials (correspondence, organizational charts, job descriptions, forms, policies, procedures, training records, Employee Handbook, PowerPoints, checklists, contracts, employee personnel files).
- Assist employee training
- Assist Senior HR Generalist related special projects, surveys, initiatives and facility roll-outs;
- Support and be a project lead on the roll out of various Human Resources programs/initiatives.
- Participating in innovative solutions and opportunities for streamlining processes and build best HR practice.
- Ensures compliance with employment related laws/practices;
**Health and Safety Responsibilities**:

- Co-Chair the company JHSC.
- Assist in development, review & implementation of new safety policies and programs, including, training, processes and procedures.
- Participate in accident / incident investigations as required and conduct workplace inspections. Maintain HS statistics.
- Manage the WSIB Claims Management process.
- Assist with the Early and Safe Return to Work/Disability management programs. Ensuring timelines are met and proper follow up has been maintained.
- Wear all required PPE while in plant.
- Work safe & ergonomically by following H&S policies.
- Enforce and promote workplace safety.
- Report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents across the plant.

**Knowledge, Skills and Education**:

- Degree/Diploma in Human Resources Management.
- Minimum of 1+ years of Human Resources experience, specifically manufacturing environment preferred.
- CHRP designation would be an asset.
- PCP certification would be an asset, payroll experience preferred
- Working knowledge of ADP would be an asset.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build relationships and trust.
- Offer effective follow-through with the ability to juggle competing priorities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively will parties.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment along with the aptitude to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Demonstrates high integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
- Organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
- Excellent Problem-solving, Critical Thinkin