HR Generalist, Global Supply Chain

Clearwater Seafoods was founded in 1976 as a small, local lobster retailer in Nova Scotia. Almost 50 years later, Clearwater has grown to become one of North America's largest vertically-integrated seafood companies and is recognized globally for its superior quality, food safety, diversity of species and reliable worldwide delivery of premium seafood.

Since its founding, Clearwater has invested in science, communities, people and technological innovation, as well as resource management to sustain and grow its seafood resource. This commitment has allowed the company to remain a leader in today's global seafood market and in sustainable seafood excellence.

In 2021, Clearwater was acquired by a partnership between Premium Brands and the Mi'kmaq Coalition, comprised of seven Mi'kmaq communities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. Today, Clearwater is proudly Indigenous-owned, committed to creating a sustainable seafood future for generations to come.

Clearwater Seafoods is currently recruiting for an HR Generalist, Global Supply Chain (GSC). The position is a full-time position and is located in Bedford, N.S. The position is a permanent full-time position located out of our Bedford, NS office, but will be required to regularly travel to processing facilities in Nova Scotia (Cape Breton) and Newfoundland.

Purpose of Position:

The HR Generalist, GSC is responsible for working with the Global Supply Chain division, specifically in land-based operations to assist with staffing, organizational development, training, compensation, disability management, and employee relations in supporting the overall business and Human Resources' objectives.

Reporting Structure:

• This position reports to the Vice President, Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

• Human Resources leadership for Clearwater's land-based operations, specifically for our processing plants in Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, and Newfoundland.
• Partner with the processing facilities employees and management teams.
• Execute HR functions within the facilities focusing on supporting the achievement of both functional and keyperformance objectives for the plants.
• Coordinate and train company policies, processes, systems, and reporting activities within the plants.
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations and legislation pertaining to employment and labor.
• Lead Workers' Compensation and Disability Management Programs including claims management.
• Support Clearwater's First Nations Employment Programs within Global Supply Chain.
• Manage day-to-day administration of the collective bargaining agreements, such as grievance administration in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage employee relations issues effectively within the plants.
• Coach and counsel managers and supervisors in the facilities regarding employee and labor relations issues in order to enable them to address employee issues at the floor level.
• Ensure consistent delivery of benefit programs within the processing facilities in partnership with the Human Resources' division.
• Support the staffing process including sourcing, interviewing, testing, job offers, and new employee orientations.
• Measure plant staffing effectiveness including turnover analysis and action planning.
• Other duties as reasonably assigned.

Key Behavioral Competencies (Personal Characteristics):

• Have a 'lean in & hands on' approach.
• Ability to problem-solve and create pragmatic solutions.
• Dedicated, hardworking and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to initiate and guide process improvements.
• Team focus & collaborative approach.
• Ability to work both independently & as a member of a team.
• Flexible in their work schedule and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment.
• Results orientated.

Working Conditions:

• Office Location: Bedford, NS.
• Travel: Regular travel to Processing Facilities in Nova Scotia (Cape Breton) and Newfoundland.
• Environment: Office and Plant setting.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in HR plant related functions.
• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Resources Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Extensive knowledge of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland employment legislation.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• HR designation CHRP is an asset.