HR Advisor

The Opportunity:

As a true business partner, the incumbent will be responsible for all plant specific HR requirements of hourly employees, regarding staffing, labour relations, and all areas of employee relations and programs.

This individual will be energetic, results driven and have a strong desire to deliver exceptional client focus partnership. This role assesses and anticipates our people needs and fully integrates themselves into the plant environment by communicating needs proactively with their cross functional teams.


Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount
Base Salary: $58, – $87, CAD base pay annually

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Provide guidance, support and coaching to frontline Supervisors regarding Human Resources policies, practices and collective bargaining agreement
• Proven ability to interpret and explain collective agreement requirements to ensure compliance across the plant
• Process hourly payroll including retro pay, adjustments & corrections
• Track, record and analyze data as it pertains to attendance management, HR metrics, onboarding, grievances etc
• Provide direction and support to employees in such areas as workplace policies, employee legislation, and systems
• Support grievance meetings, along with coordinating/preparing any necessary documentation
• Support supervisors with workplace investigations and/or lead investigations when necessary
• Track & communicate Short Term leave information including start of leave, return to work date and/or extensions
• Promote a positive & respectful workplace environment with adherence to our Leadership Values
• Co-ordinate with corporate pension and benefits on hourly new hires, changes, terminations and employee specific issues
• Respond to all employee concerns and take steps to resolve issues
• Flexibility with their shift schedule, based on the business needs
• Recognize, support and commit to our Health & Safety & Food Safety Promise

What You’ll Bring:

• Post Secondary Education with HR training
• CHRP designation or evidence of working toward designation would be an asset
• Related experience in a unionized, manufacturing environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced changing manufacturing environment
• Ability to take the initiative, analyze and problem solve
• Work with minimal supervision and be active team member

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.