Senior Human Resources Generalist

Full-time, on-site position in Woodbridge - not remote. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Senior HR Generalist acts as a strategic business partner to key business units within the company, in the execution of a full range of HR programs, and in the design and implementation of targeted initiatives designed to optimize operational performance. As the primary point of contact for all levels of staff, the HR Generalist is responsible for organizational design, operational human resource planning, employee relations and engagement, training and development, recruitment and selection, and coordination of performance management processes. In addition, the Generalist may, if required lead the design and implementation of corporate-wide programs or initiatives. Responsibilities Champion HR initiatives that support organizational goals and reinforce a collaborative, engaged and high performing culture Manage the development, implementation and maintenance of HR policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with Employment Standards Act and all other governing bodies. Communicate these policies to all employees. Provide guidance to Managers on the interpretation and application of a broad range of HR policies, procedures, practices, and laws Respond to employee inquiries with regards to HR policies and procedure interpretation, and employment related matters Maintain organizational resources and information (i.e., organizational charts, reports, etc.) along with the HRIS and other company databases Manage employee engagement by coordinating announcements, newsletters, etc. Develop and deploy talent acquisition strategies to strengthen the organization’s capabilities to ensure current and future business needs are met Develop and update job descriptions, post jobs, screen and interview candidates, conduct references and prepare job offers. Liaise with recruitment firms if and when needed. Liaise with Managers and Temporary Recruitment Agencies to maintain and coordinate temporary recruitment needs. Work with COO to ensure recruitment initiatives are in line with operational effectiveness. Manage the new employee on-boarding process by working with Managers to create Training Plans, conduct new employee orientation, collect all onboarding documents and, send out New Hire Notifications ensuring appropriate employee set-up and security permissions Manage the employee exit process by ensuring all paperwork is complete, conduct and analyze exit interviews and, send out exit notifications ensuring appropriate security permissions termination Analyze recruitment data in order to optimize process and outcomes Work directly with Managers to coordinate and administer, as well as follow-up on, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and Probationary Reviews, including administering progressive disciplinary actions and terminations Handle general employee relations issues or concerns, providing advice to Managers and employees Manage performance management system by training Managers to coach and discipline employees; hearing and resolving employee grievances Maintain a positive employee relations climate by responding to employees' concerns and addressing issues proactively Collect and maintain payroll hours and submit via payroll software on a bi-weekly basis (Dayforce). Analyse submitted payroll data to ensure operational effectiveness. Escalate issues or concerns to Managers and/or COO, as needed. Manage all Benefit Administration including ensuring appropriate paperwork is submitted upon hire as well as, terminated upon exit. Handle all benefit-related inquiries or issues and directly liaise with benefit carrier. Lead the Health & Safety Committee/Chair to ensure employee safety at all times. Develop, maintain and implement company wide safety plans. Partner with Managers on WSIB matters Qualifications 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience Post-secondary education in Human Resources CHRP/L is an asset Excellent communication skills, able to convey information to a wide variety of audiences Motived and highly organized with an eye for detail Empathetic and respectful work style Experience with all facets of human resources including but not limited to payroll, health and safety, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, etc. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is an asset #AB1