People & Organization (HR) Coordinator

Champion Petfoods; Alberta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a People and Organization Coordinator to join their dynamic HR team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a passionate HR professional to contribute to a highly respected global brand. You will play a crucial part in attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent while fostering a high-performance culture. With a commitment to safety and employee well-being, this organization values personal and professional growth, ensuring a supportive environment for all associates. If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a thriving company, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month

Free Parking

Competitive wages

RRSP with Company

Donation matching

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

In House & Online Learning

Education Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience, including full-cycle recruitment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR or Business.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle changes.
• Assist with benefits administration and payroll processes.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Recruitment

Employee Onboarding

Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Growth Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

HRIS Software (UKG, Workday)

Job description

Changing the World, One Kibble at a Time

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a People and Organization Coordinator to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. From our humble beginnings, founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry. Our purpose, To Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetime, provides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us – and the environment that sustains us – are top priorities.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Here’s the scoop - Summary

This is a tremendous opportunity for an up-and-coming human resource professional to contribute to the success of a highly respected global brand HR team by supporting its ability to attract, develop, and retain exceptional Associates.

The P&O Coordinator will work from our new, state-of-the-art manufacturing and warehousing facility in Acheson, Alberta, and will have to support remote warehouse locations. As a key People & Organization team member, you will implement programs and processes to develop a high-performance team culture and drive operational excellence.

What a typical day looks like

• Be a highly trusted, visible, and accessible P&O professional within our Canadian operations and our global P&O team.
• Owner of hourly recruitment in Acheson, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, conducting pre-screen interviews, and coordinating interviews with hiring managers. Supporting new employee onboarding, including facilitating orientation to drive a positive new hire experience from day one.
• Leading employee lifecycle changes. Tracking and documenting probationary periods, team changes, promotions, and other employee status updates.
• Ensure all processes, including performance evaluations, promotions, and offboarding procedures, are followed to maintain accurate records and smooth employee transitions.
• Assisting with benefits administration, including enrollment, updates, and inquiries.
• Processing and tracking employee leaves of absence, including vacation, sick leave, extended vacation, job-protected leaves, non-occupational disability leaves, etc.
• Assisting with payroll administration and ensuring accurate employee time tracking and compensation records.
• Acting as a point of contact for People & Organization related inquiries, assisting in conflict resolution and supporting internal communications to promote company culture and values.
• Coordinating company events, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Supporting employee feedback mechanisms (employee surveys, one-on-one check-ins) and helping analyze results to improve the work environment.
• Providing administrative support to the People & Organization team.
• Supporting drive Associate engagement with impact plans and hosting quarterly roundtable or frontline discussions to foster team alignment and drive results.
• Enhancing the new hire orientation process by integrating a personalized follow-up plan and making changes to the orientation based on the feedback received.
• Help solidify MARS Five Principals and keep them living in our Associates base.
• Draft discipline letters and issue with the respective leader to Associates and/or support the P&O Manager with drafting, issuing, and tracking discipline letters.
• Monitor Canadian Operations Human Resources inbox.
• Maintain different trackers like monthly HR Ops tracker, recruitment tracker, discipline tracker, roster, etc.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Human Resources/Business Administration/related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Flexibility to work across different shifts, including nights (only on a need basis)
• High integrity with strong customer focus.
• Deep understanding of maintaining confidentiality on all human resource matters.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively in response to changing priorities.
• 3+ years of progressive human resources experience, including full-cycle recruitment to support a transformational, high-growth organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees, from new hires to executive leaders.
• Positive attitude and growth mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat and familiarity with HRIS software such as UKG and Workday.
• Willingness to work in the office full-time.

What can you expect from Champion?

• Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
• Earnings: Competitive wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.
• Continuing Education: In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.
• Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
• Other Perks: Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking and more!

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.