Human Resources Generalist - Bilingual-French

Multy is a global manufacturer of Outdoor Living and garden products. From an extensive collection of planters and garden edging to a broad range of decking and privacy panel fencing solutions, our brands stand for quality, sustainability and design.

With manufacturing and distribution facilities in Ontario, Quebec, Poland, and the U.S.A., we are committed to sourcing sustainable or recycled material wherever possible in our production. Every year, Multy diverts 3 million tires and 15 million water bottles from landfill. We create beautiful, eco-friendly, useful products for homes and gardens everywhere.

Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture, the Bilingual Human Resources Generalist will support Multy employees at our Canadian locations, supporting the administration of programs and policies aimed at aligning our employees with the strategic goals of the organization.

Providing internal support and partnership to business lines to deliver required human resources elements, this role will participate in the implementation of effective programs in all key areas of People & Culture including recruiting, learning & development, culture, engagement, policies and employee relations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Facilitates and communicates organizational policies and programs and ensures labor law and regulatory compliance.
• Provides support to organizational development initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement and performance, such as succession planning, workforce development, employee retention, change management and internal communications.
• Serves as a trusted advisor and resource for employees, providing guidance and support on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and escalation procedures.
• Leverages research and diagnostic tools (e.g. annual employee engagement survey and exit interviews), to maximize the engagement of all employees and build organizational commitment to the desired culture
• Cultivates strong working relationships with management and employees to enhance morale and boost productivity and retention
• Promotes effective employee relations strategies and retention initiatives that instill a culture of excellence.
• Stays informed on legal standards related to daily employee management, mitigating legal risks, and ensuring compliance while coordinating with the legal department as necessary.
• Partners with leaders to ensure Learning and Development opportunities are linked to organizational needs and aligned to performance reviews and business planning processes
• Advises and coach managers on employee concerns and issues regarding policies, terminations, discipline, compensation, performance, succession, training and development
• Conducts investigations and make discipline recommendations as needed in employee relations issues, employee or external complaints, and EHS related issues.
• Participates in recruiting activities to support the attraction of qualified candidates.
• Supports line management with recruitment activities including standardized job descriptions, approvals, interviewing and other means to ensure qualified employees are hired, transferred and / or promoted.
• Reviews and update People & Culture policies and practices as appropriate, and partner with management to communicate said policies, procedures, programs, and laws.
• Translates of HR documents and communications into French.
• Assists in company compliance audits
• Performs any other reasonable assignments given by the People & Culture Manager or his designates.

Requirements :

Travel Requirements

This role based in Concord Ontario will be required to travel to our North York, Ontario Location once per week & our Cowansville, Quebec site 5-8 times per year.

We are an equal opportunity, and we value diversity in our workplace. We are committed to providing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility Legislation. Accommodations will be provided to individuals, upon request. If selected to participate in the recruitment process and you require accommodations, please advise Human Resources.