Human Resources Coordinator - Contract

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits

Inclusive culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. at the Heritage plant is seeking an Employee Services Coordinator on a 12-month contract to support hourly employees, uphold company policies, and manage employee relations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 1–2 years HR/Health & Safety experience, post-secondary education in HR or Health & Safety, and strong communication. You’ll handle SAP/Kronos, onboarding, benefits, and HR inquiries with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or Health & Safety is an asset.
• 1–2 years HR/Health & Safety related experience.
• Experience working in a unionized environment an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Capability to take initiative and problem solve.
• Strong administrative skills with careful attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for HR inquiries.
• Update SAP and Kronos entries; ensure payroll reports are processed.
• Coordinate internal job postings for hourly group and recruitment for external applicants.
• Facilitate new hire orientation with QA and OH&S coordination.
• Prepare WIN-PAK time cards and enter data in SAP and Kronos timely.
• Respond to employee inquiries on benefits, vacations, LOAs, wage increases and HR processes.
• Manage benefits and pension plans via third party provider for hourly group.
• Maintain employee files.
• Assist with HR policy inquiries and HR-related procedures.
• Assist with HR metrics and SAP reporting.
• Support development/update of JSAs.
• Support actions from JHSC meetings.
• Deliver Health & Safety training such as New Hire Orientations, WHMIS.
• Support Health & Safety program compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

HR support

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources or Health & Safety

Tools

SAP

Kronos

Win-PAK

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Employee Services Coordinator- 12 month contract is a member of the HR Team at the Heritage plant supporting hourly employees and upholding company policies and programs in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing credibility with employees by addressing and responding to inquiries and managing employee relations in a unionized environment. He/she must ensure timelines are met with a high level of accuracy while producing high quality work.

Deadline: August 11.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

Base Salary: $47,000 - $69,000 CAD base pay annually. The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• First point of contact for all HR inquires


• Update employee information in SAP including job, wage, address, direct deposit; ensure Kronos (time and attendance system) is updated and payroll reports are processed


• Coordination of internal job postings for the Hourly group along with recruitment/selection for external applicants


• Orientation (preparation of new hire packages, facilitating/collaborating with QA and OH&S for orientation booking)


• New hire setup (timely and accurate preparation of WIN-PAK time cards, entering documented in SAP and Kronos in a timely manner)


• Responds to employee inquires, in areas of benefits, vacations, LOAs, wage increases and other HR processes


• Manage employee benefits and pension plans through third party provider including enrollments, changes and terminations for the Hourly group


• Maintenance of employee files


• Assist with general employee requests regarding HR related policy and procedures


• Assist with HR metrics and SAP report creation


• Assist in the development/updating of all JSAs


• Support and following up on actions identified at JHSC meetings


• Continue to improve upon and deliver existing occupational Health & Safety training to employees such as but not limited to New Hire Safety Orientations, WHMIS etc.


• Support the Health and Safety program to ensure worker safety and compliance with relevant legislation and reduce service's liability

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Health and Safety an asset


• 1-2 years Human Resources/Health & safety related experience


• Experience working in a unionized environment an asset


• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication (oral, written, listening) skills


• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy and urgency


• Strong Organization & Analytical Skills


• Proficient in Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Capability to take initiative and problem solve


• Strong administrative skills with careful attention to detail

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.


• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.


• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.


• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right


• Shared Value


• High Performance


• Diverse and Inclusive Teams


• Disciplined Decision Making


• Our Accountability


• Intense Curiosity


• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team [e-mail].