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The Manager, Human Resources directly interfaces with the business,  providing advisory and leadership support as it relates to workforce and strategic talent planning, HR program development and deployment, and the implementation of HR initiatives, each in consultation with HR Centers of Excellence.

How You’ll Help

• Provide consultation related to workforce and resource planning, performance management, change management delivery, and employee & employee relations within a targeted client group.. 
• Compile workforce analytics to develop people insights, sharing with HR Directors and the Vice President, HR. 
• Conduct thorough investigations based on policy/Code of Conduct infractions and provide recommendations/outcomes to leadership.
• Provide input for quarterly and annual business planning, and outlines resourcing and “people” implications / considerations.
• Support leaders through talent reviews while developing meaningful plans for career advancement and succession planning.
• Support people leader within client group with performance and merit cycles.
• Supports people leaders within client group to develop effective management and leadership behaviours, giving people leaders the tools to succeed as managers and leaders. 
• Provide input to CoEs to define and implement forward-thinking workforce strategies and solutions to meet business environment needs. 
• Support regional implementation of CoE-driven processes, policies and initiatives. 
• Strong collaboration with Talent Acqusition COE to ensure ciritical roles are outlined and sourced accordingly.
• Gather requirements to help with the development of HR programs, processes, and policies for a specific business unit based on business needs.
• Support the business on the workings of the company’s Human Capital Management System [HCMS].
• Support change execution, supporting client group in understanding and embracing changes.
• Refer employees to the appropriate COE service channel to resolve inquiries / transaction requests and provides self-service coaching, as appropriate.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• 5-7 years of HR Business Partner experience
• Expert knowledge of federal employment-related laws and regulations
• Working knowledge of the talent management lifecycle
• Ability to apply HR knowledge / experience across all HR policies, programs, processes, and functions
• Ability to understand HR compliance requirements 
• Strong internal consulting skills, with working ability to influence change 
• Strong business-specific knowledge and organizational behavior / design / effectiveness skills
• Ability to facilitate relationships and partner with business leaders 
• Strong business acumen and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, evaluate, and help improve others’ performance and contributions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
• English (verbal/written/spoken) required; French is an asset
• Responsible for a team of two-three Generalists
• Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment
• Up to 30 percent travel may be required within assigned region 
• flexibility to work in an office and/or at home 
• May be required to visit other locations, including offices, terminals, maintenance shops, etc. 
• Extended periods sitting working on a computer and on a phone
• Normally 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday; may be required to work different or additional hours from time to time

Overview

Overview

Contributes to the overall success of Global HR Services by ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Support the execution of employee communication plans and ad hoc project support as required, including partner support, translation management, and end to end publishing process
• Ownership of communication plans for enhancements to HR systems (e.g. Time and Attendance) including partner consultation, positioning, and key messaging.
• Manage tracking of HR initiatives, cyclical programs, and key dates at the GHRS, GHR, and enterprise level for comms planning and HRSO support planning (i.e. HR Initiatives Tracker and GHRS Comms Calendar)
• Provide logistics support for GHRS Town Halls and other ad hoc priority meetings and events including invites, vendor management, and surveys
• Ownership of distribution list process for GHRS team processes
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk. 
• Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment. 

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Journalism, Communication, Organizational Development, English, Business, Human Resources)
• 1 to 3 years in developing and executing employee communications
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and senior leadership
• Able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work well independently
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Desired skills:
  • HTML
  • Adobe Creative Suite (including but not limited to Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop)
  • Event management
  • Social media

What's in it for you?

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative team, surrounded by innovative thinkers
• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• Internal training to support your growth and enhance your skills
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!

Responsibilities for this position include release and incident response management, daily operational support tickets, and supporting cloud features that enable the development team to leverage the cloud platform to create a great and secure experience for Air Canada’s employees worldwide.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform detailed testing and validation of HR digital solutions, including HRIS, employee portals, and other HR-related applications.
• Execute test cases, analyze results, and document defects, ensuring they are tracked and resolved in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with HR, HR Digital team, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into test scenarios and plans.
• Develop, update, and maintain test scripts based on business requirements and system specifications.
• Ensure that test scripts cover functional, non-functional, integration, and user acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and prioritize defects, working closely with developers and vendors to resolve issues.
• Track defect resolution progress and conduct retesting as needed to confirm fixes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing testing processes and identifying areas for enhancement.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve the quality and efficiency of HR digital solutions.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of testing activities, results, and issues.
• Generate reports and dashboards that provide insights into QA progress, defect trends, and overall system quality.
• Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) by providing guidance and support to HR teams during testing phases.
• Work closely with the HR Digital QA Manager, developers, and other stakeholders to align QA activities with project timelines and deliverables.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide QA insights and contribute to the planning and execution of HR digital projects.
• Ensure that all testing activities comply with organizational standards, QA guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Stay updated on HR technology trends and QA methodologies to continuously enhance personal expertise and effectiveness in the role.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in quality assurance, testing, or a related field, preferably within HR or digital systems.
  
• Proficiency in QA tools and methodologies, including test case management and defect tracking systems.
  
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing phases.
  
• Experience with automated testing tools is a plus.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail.
  
• Ability to interpret complex requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document and explain technical issues clearly.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various stakeholders.
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
  
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Overview

This position collaborates with a variety of management levels on projects that contribute to the success of the team. This position uses discipline specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist with various projects, presentations, and business improvement opportunities. This position performs other career related responsibilities as assigned. This is a 7- month contract position until May 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enters data into Human Resources database
• Composes competent memos to employees to effectively communicate policy and procedural changes
• Assists in the construction and improvement of company policies and procedures
• Reviews resumes in online database to recruit qualified individuals for specific open positions
• Maintains applications, and applicant flow logs in accordance with standard company procedures
• Assists in recruitment activities and special projects as needed
• Files documents and answers phone calls
• Provides assistance with employee relation investigations

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Recent graduate from Human Resources Management program or equivalent
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Exceptional oral, written and interactive communication skills
• Skilled in effective research tactics with strong organization skills
• Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to internal and external customers

Preferred:

• Knowledge of local employment and regulatory laws

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Shift: 10:00 AM Mon-Fri with occasional weekends

Pay Rate: $22.46 per hour

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Corporate HR Manager-Operations, the HR Manager-Edmonton Poultry leads and influences the HR activities at the unionized Edmonton manufacturing facility.  The Human Resources Manager has the direct accountability for ensuring that the Human Resources planning and results (Performance Management, Recruitment, Recognition, Training and Development, Engagement and Communication) are aligned to meet the Plant and MLF operations and business needs. This leader should clearly know and understand the value of maximizing employee discretionary performance, through an engaging leadership style. They should clearly understand that sustainable long-term results can only be achieved through a team that understands and focuses their energy on the key objectives that drive success, has the skill set needed to execute against the business need, and has a high desire to contribute and win.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage the Human Resources function to ensure that key HR initiatives are aligned with the Plant operational strategy.
• Primary deliverables include tools and interventions in the areas of performance management, work environment practices, rewards and recognition, retention, leadership development, compensation, employee development and advancement, diversity and employee satisfaction.
• Provides advice and guidance in all Labour Relations matters, including grievance/dispute resolution, interpretation and application of the CBA and all disciplinary matters.
• Ensure that Human Resources Key Performance Indicators such as Attendance, Turnover, Retention are tracked and monitored.
• Facilitate execution of plant operations and corporate programs (e.g. succession planning, orientation, PAD and DAP planning etc.).
• Working with Finance, prepares and administers the HR budget and ensuring effective control to ensure that spending is within budget.
• Drives Continuous Improvement initiatives related to Human Resources.
• Develops and drives the execution of an annual HR Plan for the facility which focuses on the delivery of key Plant and Corporate HR initiatives.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary degree with a concentration in Human Resources, Commerce or Business Administration.
• CPHR designation is preferred.
• Minimum eight to ten years previous related experience with at least three years’ management experience within a unionized manufacturing environment.
• A well-developed HR Professional with a solid Generalist and Change Management background
• A proven track record of proactively managing the Labour/Management relationship.
• Passionate about coaching, mentoring and developing people to achieve positions of greater responsibility.
• Strong business and operational acumen particularly within manufacturing and/or food processing.
• Demonstrated initiative, drive and leadership; excellent communication skills.
• Results orientated, able to work as part of a functional team; must be an exceptional fit with our Maple Leaf Leadership Edge Core Values.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, possess the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem solving skills, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments involving sensitive and confidential issues under stressful conditions.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems including SAP

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.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

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 aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 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

Your mission in the team:

Under the supervision of the HR manager, the incumbent advises management staff on activities related to human resources, labor relations, disability management and the application of various programs and policies.

Your responsibilities as a Human Resources Advisor:

- Provides coaching and training to managers on all internal processes related to employee management and/or the collective agreement. In this capacity, he/she advises and provides support and expertise to managers on the interpretation of the collective agreement and applicable laws.

- Manages disciplinary and administrative aspects in collaboration with distribution managers.

- Supports managers during the investigation, analysis of the various files, the conduct of meetings and the drafting of the various correspondence and measures required, etc.

- Ensures the complete management of grievances and participates in the various joint committees (grievance committee, labor relations committee, etc.).

- Proceeds with dispute settlement agreements and participates in the preparation of files subject to hearings before the various administrative tribunals (arbitration, TAT, etc.).

- Manages complaints of psychological harassment in collaboration with managers.

- Creates and maintains relationships with the union party in order to maintain harmonious working relations.

- Supports managers in change management and communications within the framework of major projects related to the distribution center and participates in working committees.

- Completely manages disability files (illness, SAAQ, IVAC) and coordinates employees’ requests for parental leave and union members’ unpaid leave.

- Answers employees' human resources questions and redirects them to the appropriate resource persons as needed.

- Contributes to the optimization of the various processes under his responsibility with a view to improving their efficiency.

- Participates in the development and maintenance of departmental performance indicators.

- Performs all other related tasks.

The qualifications we are looking for:

- Hold a university degree such as a bachelor's degree in industrial relations, human resources or its equivalent.

- Have between three (3) and five (5) years of experience in labor relations or human resources.

- Having professional experience in a unionized environment is required.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the SAP system is an asset.

Some additional advantages:

- Possess excellent communication skills in French, both verbal and written.

- Having professional experience in a unionized environment is required.

- Demonstrate good team spirit and be recognized for your dynamism.

- Demonstrate a strong interest in delivering training, manager coaching and support.

- Demonstrate a developed sense of organization and priority management.

- Demonstrate initiative, autonomy and resourcefulness.

- Be able to handle several files at the same time, within tight deadlines.

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