Human Resources Generalist

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Human Resources Advisor – New-Brunswick
We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR Generalist to support manufacturing facilities and harvesting sites in New-Brunswick (Baie-Sainte-Anne and Bay du Vin). As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering strategic and operational human resources support, while fostering a positive and productive workplace culture. This is an exciting opportunity to work in the peat moss industry, helping to shape HR practices in a growing and essential natural resource sector.

JOB SUMMARY: 
Employee & Labor Relations

Provide day-to-day HR support and advise managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, labor relations matters, and employee benefits.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation, collective agreement, company policies, and HR best practices.
Handle employee relations issues, including grievances, disciplinary actions, investigations, and conflict resolution.
Support and guide managers through performance management processes, including evaluations and development plans.
Participate in and lead joint committee meetings, maintaining positive and productive labor–management relationships.
Monitor and analyze HR indicators (turnover, absenteeism, engagement, etc.) and provide insights and recommendations to support continuous improvement.

HR Projects & Culture

Contribute to HR initiatives aimed at employee engagement, organizational culture, and internal communications.
Participate in planning and organizing social and internal events to foster a positive workplace culture.

Recruitment Support (in collaboration with the Recruitment Advisor)

Assist with recruitment activities as needed: job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding support.
Contribute to improving the candidate's experience, ensuring smooth communication throughout the recruitment cycle.
Collaborate with managers to understand staffing needs and support the recruitment team in forecasting and talent planning.
Participate in recruitment events such as job fairs, in partnership with the recruitment team.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in human resources; a combination of relevant education and experience will also be considered.
Experience working in a unionized environment (an asset).
Experience within a manufacturing company with multiple production sites (an asset).
Strong sense of initiative, rigor, discretion, and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations and recommend appropriate solutions, particularly in conflict resolution and employee relations.
Willingness to travel (10–15%).
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
Knowledge of written and spoken French (an asset).
This role is primarily on-site, with the possibility of occasional remote work.

ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS :

Annual vacations and personal flexible days;
Group RRSP and group insurance;
Allowance for work and safety item;
Discounts used on Berger products;
Employee assistance program;
Offer of training and skills development.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Permanent position;
40 hours per week;
Daytime schedule.

ABOUT US : At Berger, we have been developing and marketing the best horticultural mixes for growing flowers, berries, market garden products in greenhouses and much more for more than 60 seasons. At Berger, you feel at home. It's much more than a company: it's a culture, a team, a stimulating and enriching living environment To find out more about the company :
 
Berger volontarily subscribes to an equal access to employment program (PAÉE). Applications from women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and people with disabilities are encouraged.
 
The use of masculine gender has been adopted to facilitate reading and has no discriminatory intention.
The salary displayed does not necessarily correspond to the salary range established for this position. We will recognize your skills and experience upon hiring by offering you competitive compensation as well as several other benefits.

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