Strategic HR Partner for Wood Product Operations

Canfor; DeRidder (LA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Canfor seeks an HR Business Partner to align people strategies with Wood Product Operations. You will partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver HR initiatives, supporting Regional HR Managers, Operations employees, and mill leadership across U.S. regions.

The role emphasizes policy guidance, compliance with federal/state/local laws, and impactful talent programs, including project management for mill acquisitions/openings in 2024–2025. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in human resources or in a leadership position with hands-on experience.
• Solid understanding of the key principles of employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA).
• Experience handling investigations and employee relations issues.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents including Profit and Loss statements.

Responsabilidades

• Consult HR Managers and Operations on company policies, employee relations, and HR management.
• Ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Drive strategic HR initiatives with the Senior Director of HR and Regional HR Managers.
• Support mill leadership across Central U.S. Operations and Fiber Procurement & Residuals in all U.S. regions.
• Act as HR project manager for mill acquisitions and new mill openings (2024–2025).
• Partner with learning and development to deliver onboarding, leadership, and technical training, including Apprenticeship Maintenance and Industrial Leadership programs.
• Support annual performance and talent reviews and career development planning.
• Coordinate global mobility transfers between Canada and the U.S., including immigration/relocation support.
• Provide HR advice and consultation on performance management, conflict management, and resolution.

Conocimientos

Relationship management

Policy compliance

Employee relations

Leadership collaboration

HR systems

Educación

Post-secondary diploma/degree in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

Canfor seeks an HR Business Partner to align people strategies with Wood Product Operations. You will partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver HR initiatives, supporting Regional HR Managers, Operations employees, and mill leadership across U.S. regions.

The role emphasizes policy guidance, compliance with federal/state/local laws, and impactful talent programs, including project management for mill acquisitions/openings in 2024–2025. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.