Human Resources Manager (14 Month Term)

Motor Coach Industries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Winnipeg is seeking a Human Resources Manager to oversee HR functions across Canada and the U.S. The successful candidate will balance strategic initiatives with operational support, ensuring compliance and fostering strong labor relations. Candidates should have 5–7 years of experience in HR, particularly within a manufacturing context, and possess excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

401K with generous company match

Inclusive workplace culture

On-the-job training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to work with unionized workforces.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop HR team members to drive performance.
• Support a unionized workforce and maintain professional communication.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.

Skills

Coaching and developing team members

Interpreting collective agreements

Performance management

Critical thinking

Excellent communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Labour Relations

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Motor Coach Industries (“MCI”) is North America’s public and private market motor coach leader, offering the all-time best-selling luxury motor coaches and workhorse commuter coaches, and brand new zero-emission luxury, high- and low-floor commuter coaches, designed on MCI's legendary J Series and D Series platforms. MCI is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, and operates two world-class, award-winning coach manufacturing facilities and seven service centers. Building on over 90 years of experience manufacturing motorcoaches, MCI actively supports more than 30,000 vehicles across North America, with nearly half of all motor coaches in service in the United States and Canada built by MCI.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions across our Canadian and U.S. operations. This role plays a key part in driving compliance, fostering strong labour relations, and supporting effective workforce management in both unionized and non-unionized environments. The HR Manager will balance strategic initiatives with hands-on operational support, ensuring that day-to-day needs are met while advancing long-term organizational goals. In addition, this position will partner closely with our Safety & Compliance, Training Institute, and Payroll & Benefits teams to ensure processes and procedures are followed and department objectives are successfully achieved.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match / or Registered pension plan with generous company match)
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

In this role, you will contribute to both strategic initiatives and day-to-day HR operations, with responsibilities that include:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop HR team members to drive performance, accountability, and growth.
• Partner with managers to provide guidance on performance, engagement, employee development, and overall people management.

Employee & Labour Relations

• Support a unionized workforce by interpreting collective agreements and participating in laborr relations activities.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison with union executives, maintaining professional and collaborative communication.
• Address union inquiries, concerns, and grievances in alignment with collective agreements.
• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate actions.

Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies across Canada and the USA.
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of accurate employee records, files, and reports.
• Manage compensation processes, including market analysis and annual salary reviews.
• Contribute to organizational 5S initiatives by maintaining an organized and efficient work environment, including electronic files and shared spaces.

Recruitment, Engagement & Culture

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for both unionized and non-unionized teams.
• Plan, budget, and execute employee recognition and engagement events (e.g., holiday parties, recognition programs, social committee initiatives).

*Travel is required for this role.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Labour Relations.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, including people leadership, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to work with unionized workforces, including interpreting collective agreements, handling grievances, and supporting labour relations.
• Broad HR expertise in performance management, employee relations, recruitment, talent development, and compensation.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment laws and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making in dynamic environments.
• Ability to coach and develop HR team members and support managers in leading engaged, high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, payroll, Microsoft Office Suite, and reporting tools.