Human Resources Business Partner

Acara Solutions; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company seeks a Human Resources Business Partner in Brampton, responsible for strategic HR initiatives and compliance. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of HR experience, with a strong background in recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement. This role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a HR Generalist role in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Proven knowledge of all HR disciplines including recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and ATS.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to identify and address people issues.
• Guide HR professionals in various areas including talent acquisition and onboarding.
• Manage HR compliance and oversee payroll activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Time management skills

Education

University Degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

ADP Payroll System

Ceridian Payroll System

HR Information Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) reports directly to the VP, Human Resources. A strategic business partner and internal advisor supporting a heavy manufacturing company; drives initiatives that impact employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, organizational change, talent management, talent acquisition, performance, operational efficiency, and culture. As a trusted advisor, the HRBP provides coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on human resources solutions that contribute to the goals of the business and supports a high performing and engaged working environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the HR Business Partner are detailed below, but not limited to the following :

• Proactively partners with leaders to identify and understand the strategic people issues specific to the business unit and provides advice and expertise, through new and innovative HR ideas, to develop short-term and long-term business strategies, solutions and action plans that support the achievement of current and changing needs and objectives of the business and organization.
• Strategically partners with the VP or HR to support the ever-changing business while developing best practices to support business success.
• Guide and support HR professionals in all areas of HR, including the employee full cycle, training, people issues, processes, documentation, systems and payroll. Provide advice and expertise to offer solutions that support the departmental and business goals.
• Maintains an awareness of emerging trends and best practices in HR and liaisons with HR peers to ensure policies and procedures stay current and market competitive.
• Acts as an advisor by providing guidance and/or coaching on sensitive confidential and complex HR issues, ensuring compliance with our policies, Employment Standards and other regulatory employment and human rights requirements.
• Initiates activities to maintain compliance with Employment Standards, US Labor board, and other regulatory employment and human rights requirements.
• Oversees benefit programs, non-occupational leaves, WSIB, WC, and advises the HR Generalists and managers on reasonable accommodation.
• Provide solutions to emerging trends, and in conjunction with the VP, develops and implements best practices to secure market competitiveness.
• Oversees HR programs: Talent Acquisition, Uniform, Social Committee, Talent Development Performance Review Process, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Compensation, Rewards and Recognition, Organization Effectiveness and Design, etc.
• Develops and facilitates a variety of HR-related training.
• Provides guidance and support for new employee onboarding, performance management, progressive discipline, AODA, Workplace Harassment, etc.
• Promotes employee engagement efforts and enabling employee feedback through various sources, including employee surveys, focus groups, and employee meetings.
• Advice and guide the HR team, supervisors, and managers with investigations and resolves sensitive employee issues and complaints.
• Effectively manage employee relations practices to facilitate communication between managers and employees through standardized performance management and effective coaching.
• Manage and drive a variety of key projects relevant to business goals and objectives.
• Prepare, distribute, input, edit and proofread correspondence, memos, invoices, presentations, publications, reports, and related material as needed.
• Develop and update SOPs and RACIs to ensure internal alignment.
• Actively involved in the development of HR Programs, as well as HR relevant communications.
• Oversee and support the complete cycles of orientation, new hire, termination, WSIB packages, disability management, probations etc.
• Update KPIs and analyze data to foster continuous improvements.
• Responsible for overseeing HR compliance within the team, and payroll backup activities: timesheet validation, payroll benefit adjustments, and deductions and complete payroll cycle run for both Canada and US.
• Other miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned by the VP of HR.
• Continuous Improvement is everyone's responsibility in our high-performance culture. We not only value your input, we look to you to actively work to improve the processes you do, by eliminating waste (non-value add) and variation that results in customer dissatisfaction.

HEALTH & SAFETY

According to OHSA of Ontario, Section 28, Subsection (1) & (2): A worker shall;

• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Act and the regulations;
• Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that the worker's employer requires to be used or worn;
• Report to his or her employer or supervisor the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which the worker is aware and which may endanger himself, herself or another worker;
• Report to his or her employer or supervisor any contravention of the Act or the regulations or the existence of any hazard of which he or she knows;
• Not remove or make ineffective any protective device;
• Not use or operate any equipment, machine, device or thing or work in a manner that may endanger himself, herself or any other worker; or
• Not engage in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running, or rough and boisterous conduct;
• Observes Health & Safety policies and procedures;
• Ensures work area is kept clean, orderly and safe at all times

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

• University Degree / College diploma in Human Resources Management specializing in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a HR Generalist role in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of guiding, coaching, and mentoring.
• Proven experience and knowledge of all HR disciplines, including recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, learning and development, talent management, compensation, and disability management.
• Hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Payroll system (ADP, Ceridian), and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Competent to format and draft correspondence, forms, reports, presentations, and proposals.
• USA experience an asset.
• CHRP or working towards it an asset.
• Previous payroll experience is an asset.
• CPA designation is an asset.

Technical Skills / Competence

• Professional, friendly and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Assign the highest priority to customer satisfaction while meeting commitments to achieve department's objectives.
• Ability to maintain and preserve strict confidentiality.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritize a heavy workload.
• Work independently to complete assigned tasks and projects with minimum supervision.
• Exceptional prioritization and time-management skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Advanced command of the English Language, written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading skills.
• Strong consultative, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Big picture thinker who brings an innovative and creative approach.
• Ability to build strong and collaborative relationships across all levels and functions.
• Collaborative, proactive and results oriented.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, who can handle multiple priorities and can easily navigate ambiguity.
• Proven track record of creating, implementing and executing effective business plans.
• Knowledge of labour laws, ESA, Human Rights Code, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Acara Solutions is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for applicants and employees. We are committed to filling open positions using balanced selection criteria to avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected or required by law.

Acara Solutions welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.