HR Coordinator

Kruger Inc.; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stimulating work environment

Wide range of benefits

Job summary

Kruger Inc. in Canada is seeking an HR Coordinator to support the HR department at the mill, handling administrative duties, benefits administration, and employee engagement.

You will collaborate with employees, leaders, and union representatives to maintain confidential records and data integrity while fostering an inclusive workplace culture. The role emphasizes accuracy, strong communication, and a proactive approach to HR operations, with a compressed work week schedule and ongoing

Qualifications

• 2 years of post-secondary education in Human Resources or related area plus 2 years of HR experience
• Experience in a unionized environment is preferred
• Knowledge of pension and benefits administration
• Strong computer systems aptitude, familiarity with various software including MS Office
• Disability Management experience is an asset; CPHR designation is an asset

Responsibilities

• Handle HR admin tasks including files, invoices, and documents
• Manage mill communications (Newsletter, Posters, Boards)
• Oversee HR systems, benefits and pension pages
• Support onboarding, offboarding, reviews, check-ins and exit interviews
• Coordinate benefits enrolment and changes with 3rd party providers and pension groups
• Develop positive relations with union leadership and employees
• Provide vacation coverage for HR Advisors and support Disability Management

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Professional demeanor

Education

Post-secondary HR education

CPHR asset or pursuing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Competitive Compensation

Stimulating Work Environment

Wide Range of Benefits

HR COORDINATOR

Activity sector: Pulp and Paper

Salary range: $69,000.00 – $85,000.00

Employment type: Full-time, ongoing

Schedule: Compressed Work Week (9-hour dayshifts, every other Friday off)

YOUR ROLE

The HR Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Human Resources Department at the mill by providing administrative support, effective communication, benefits administration, employee events coordination, and systems administration services. This is a highly detail-oriented role, accurate records, data integrity, and dependable follow-through will be essential for the success of the position. You will partner closely with employees, leaders, and union representatives to keep HR operations running efficiently while helping foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• HR Admin tasks including managing and updating employee personnel files, processing invoices and documents.
• Manage and create mill communications (Newsletter, Posters, Boards).
• HR Systems duties including managing and updating HR systems, including benefits and pension webpages.
• Participate in mill committees and support engagement initiatives.
• Develop activities, and programs that promote a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Event planning and execution of Mill events including, but not limited to, mill celebrations, community outreach, and employee engagement activities [*may require support outside of regular hours]
• Support onboarding, offboarding, new hire reviews, check-ins and exit interview.
• Support mill employees with pension and benefits questions.
• Work closely with Corporate Benefits Team, coordinating benefits enrolment and changes, as well as communication with 3 rd party insurance company and; or pension group.
• Develop and maintain a positive partnership with union leadership to ensure sustainable business operations and results.
• Develop and maintain a professional relationship with employees by ensuring a sense of confidentiality, mutual trust, concern, respect and teamwork.
• Provide periodic vacation coverage for the HR Advisors.
• Provide administrative support for Disability Management.
• Successfully complete all other duties and assigned projects.

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks amid competing demands and interruptions.
• Confident communicator at all levels of organization including listening, writing and presenting.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Friendly, positive demeanour and a professional presence.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources or related area + 2 years of experience in Human Resources or relevant area. *A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Knowledge of and experience working with pension and benefits administration.
• A strong computer system aptitude and ease working with various types of software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Disability Management experience is considered an asset.
• CPHR designation or working toward one is considered an asset.

WHY WORK AT KRUGER?

At Kruger, we believe in giving our employees the space to grow in a dynamic and stimulating environment, to encourage their development, and to enrich their professional lives. That's why many of our employees have been with us for a long time.

At Kruger, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, not just because it is the right thing to do but because differences make us stronger, and we benefit from this as a business. Our inclusive culture requires all employees to be open-minded and welcoming of people with diverse backgrounds, preferences, needs and thoughts. Through our shared commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, we create a great place to work, one that is able to attract the best people, build stronger teams, communicate better, innovate more and achieve the best results.

When you work at Kruger, you can count on a wide range of benefits such as competitive group insurance, registered pension plans and continuing education programs. In addition to finding a stimulating work environment that offers many opportunities for growth, you'll have the chance to work for a company that truly cares about its employees.