Human Resources Generalist

About the job

great reasons At Kitchen Stuff Plus we know our success starts with the right people We are an award-winning Canadian retailer of modern, unique, and affordable home solutions voted one of the GTA's best places to shop again and again for our great staff and helpful customer service. We are proud of, and invest in, our great people. Join our team, explore, and discover all the great stuff we have to offer.

About the company

great company Kitchen Stuff Plus started our business in 1987 with the belief that customers deserve a value-added shopping experience that exceeds their expectations – every time they visit our stores. And we've achieved that by providing incredible savings, superior selection, and exceptional service that few can match. In return, we're proud to have loyal and enthusiastic customers who keep coming back and we love welcoming new people to our in-store and online experience. We're full of ideas to inspire you

About the role

great position Reporting to the Director of Finance & HR, the Human Resources (HR) Generalist provides comprehensive HR support for all store-level staff. Responsible for end to end store management recruitment efforts, employee termination support, payroll and benefits administration, as well as company policy and procedure adherence. In addition, you will build strong relationships with our company's managers in order to help them with their human resource needs.

Responsibilities

Recruitment & Succession

• Screen resumes and job applications.
• Conduct initial phone screens to create shortlists of qualified candidates.
• Interview candidates in-person for a wide range of roles.
• Track hiring metrics including time-to-hire, time-to-fill and source of hire.
• Train and advise hiring managers on interviewing techniques and assessment methods.

Workplace Injuries & LOA Management

• Review employee injury reports, file WSIB claims, and coordinate return to work for minor injury cases.
• Hands-on responsibility of day-to-day administration of employee leave of absence programs.
• Maintains communication with team members on leave to facilitate a smooth departure as well as a smooth transition back to work.

Health & Safety

• Work in partnership with the Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSC) and Managers to assist in driving a health and safety culture; this includes participating in health and safety meetings, conducting inspections, research, etc.
• Uphold safety trackers by logging monthly and quarterly data details and following up with store teams.
• Set-up H&S training for WHMIS, JHSC, and other programs as required, ensuring certification details are updated in-system.

Employee relations

• Intake for employee relations concerns, taking required details, and escalating to appropriate HR team member and at times, respond to general inquiries with regards to HR policies and procedure interpretation.
• Conduct exit interviews.

Policy Development

• Assist with policy and procedures development; review of processes, update policies as required and ensure compliance with government legislation (Employment Standards Act, AODA, etc.).

Payroll

• Collaborate with payroll, maintain accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date employment files and records.
• Maintain HR Tracker; input all changes that affect payroll with clear detailed notes.

Field Visits

• Provide training support to District Managers and management teams in-store as required.

Qualifications

Post Secondary education in Human Resources Management Required.

Required Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in human resources and HRIS.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Code.
• CHRP designation or actively working towards the designation required.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and conduct work within appropriate privacy standards.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational ability to successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to express ideas clearly both in written and oral communications.
• Consistently project professional attitude and deliver superior client service to internal colleagues; highly proactive, with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to display initiative, plan and organize daily activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel within the GTA.

Stuff for you:

• Fast-paced, dynamic, engaging work culture.
• Hybrid office environment.
• Generous staff discount.
• Benefits Package.
• Ongoing training and development

Stuff that matters to us:

Our Differences are what make us great

Kitchen Stuff Plus encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive environment for all. We value each employee's uniqueness, which reflects the communities and customers we serve.

Kitchen Stuff Plus is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, or any other status protected by the Human Rights Code. An accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require a specific accommodation, please contact and we will work together to meet your needs.