Human Resources Manager

Stella-Jones; Whitchurch-Stouffville; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to join their team. This hybrid role involves partnering with management to enhance HR practices across multiple manufacturing sites. You will lead talent acquisition efforts, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with HR regulations. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will help shape the HR landscape of a company dedicated to excellence. If you have a passion for HR and want to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage

Competitive compensation

Annual Profit Share Program

RRSP with generous company match

Company Share Purchase Program

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of HR experience, especially in manufacturing and unionized settings.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, labor relations, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition and onboarding processes for various client groups.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and legal requirements.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Labor Relations

HRIS Systems

MS Office

Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

SHRM-CP Certification

Tools

HRIS Systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Posted Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 7:00 a.m.

Company Overview

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Position Overview:

The Human Resources Manager will serve as an HR Business Partner to assigned client groups, providing sound guidance and advice to management on Human Resources related matters in accordance with applicable legislations and internal policies and processes. This role involves assisting client groups and the organization in reaching goals, as well as developing and implementing solutions for improvements in various HR areas.

This HR Manager supports the human resources activities of our Eastern Canadian operations. This region includes over 400+ employees at 7 manufacturing plants and offices, primarily in Ontario, and includes both unionized and non-unionized facilities. This is a hybrid position and will be based at our regional office in Gormley (located at 1 Ram Forest Rd).

The role involves travel (expected to be 35-40%). The travel will primarily be to our locations in Ontario with some occasional trips to other Stella-Jones locations in other provinces, including our HQ in Montreal. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate actively in the development and implementation of solutions for improvements in areas including but not limited to: Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, New Hire Orientation, Benefits, Compensation, Training and Development, and Employee Relations.
• Lead Talent Acquisition efforts for assigned client groups, including operational and administrative processes. Identify, recommend, and implement recruitment channels, tools, and resources.
• Partners with managers in appropriately resolving employee relations issues. Conducts employee investigations as appropriate.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR Systems as well as in the employees’ files.
• Responsible for providing monthly HR reporting and statistics.
• Collaborate in the development, review, and implementation of HR processes to ensure seamless service of HR operational activities and training programs.
• Assist in the development and maintaining of job descriptions across Canada.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Six or more years of Human Resources work experience required
• Manufacturing HR experience required
• HR experience in unionized environmentsrequired
• Experience in a similar multi-site or regional HR role preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• SHRM-CP (or other related HR certifications) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of HR principles and practices including labor relations.
• Experience with MS Office and HRIS systems
• Understanding of records administration including filing, archiving, and confidential handling.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and organized, and can maintain organizational data.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and build relationships.
• Able to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written. Able to communicate to people at all levels.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel 35-40%

Employee Benefits:

As a Stella-Jones team member, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Profit Share Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.