Human Resources Business Partner I

Westlake Chemical; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in North America is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to support HR initiatives and processes. This role involves responding to inquiries, recruiting employees, and managing compensation programs. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-7 years of progressive HR experience, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential. This is a full-time position located in Vaughan, Ontario.

Benefits

Benefits from Day 1

Structured Retirement Savings Plan

Quarterly Bonus Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations or related field.
• 3-7 years of progressive HR experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in a generalist role.

Responsibilities

• Responds to HR inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
• Recruits and selects employees for the client group.
• Manages salary administration and compliance for staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

We build communities, let us build your career

Why choose Westlake Pipe & Fittings?

• Benefits Day 1!
• Structured Retirement Savings Plan: The Company will match your contributions up to a certain percentage.
• Quarterly Bonus Programs
• Annual Incentive bonus
• Fitness Reimbursement Program: The Company will reimburse up to 50%.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation
• Scholarship Program
• Training & Development - Access to multiple platforms of learning (online, in person, 3rd party training institutions)
• Community Relations - We support and encourage our employees to volunteer their time and efforts in worthwhile causes and donate funds to assist various charitable groups.

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for supporting leaders and employees with a wide range of HR initiatives, operational processes and procedures, tactical issues and employee relations efforts. The HRBP builds positive working relationships and acts as a contact for leaders and employees within the assigned client group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of company systems (Workday).
• Recruits, interviews, tests and selects salaried and hourly employees for client group. Conducts new employee orientation sessions.
• Administers salary and hourly compensation programs to ensure compliance and equity within the client group.
• Administers vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and other employee related reports requested by management.
• Prepares new hire and termination documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine termination reason.
• Administers biweekly time keeping via Workday inclusive of the reconciliation of adjustments with Corporate Payroll and tracking and entering of hourly vacation hours.
• Administers duties related to HSE including WSIB case management.
• Represents organization and employee related hearings and investigations.
• Manages company sponsored events and programs such as community outreach and service award banquets.
• Coordinates client group training with the client group and human resources management.
• Any additional duties and tasks as required.

EDUCATION , EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. CHRP designation preferred.
• 3-7 years progressive HR experience. 2+ years’ experience in a generalist/functional role with exposure to compensation, performance management, training, labor relation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa‑Lok® spline‑lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.