Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.
Reporting to the Director, Employee Relations & Policy, the HR Generalist will be responsible for day-to-day operations of employee and labour relations including CBA administration, grievance administration, performance management, employment legislation and investigations. This role is on-site.
What's in it for you?
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Health benefits and pension plan
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Weekly pay
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Onsite Cafeteria
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Discount at our Chicken Shop
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Opportunities for career advancement
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A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work
What you will be doing:
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Act as the key point of contact in supporting employees and managers in the areas of employee relations, performance management, compensation/benefits, and other employment-related issues.
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First point of contact in regard to all Union/Collective Agreement issues, including resolution of Step 1 grievances.
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Responsible for the administration of the Collective Agreement and provide guidance to management/production on the interpretation of the Collective Agreement.
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Assist with employee incidents, discipline, and terminations. Prepare/assist in the distribution of related documentation in consultation with Operations team.
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Coach and provide an outlet to all level of employees with work related and/or personal concerns.
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Provide training and on-going coaching/ feedback as necessary to management and employees on all relevant areas of development.
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Responsible for creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment.
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Conduct employee exit interviews, identify trends and provide recommendations for effective change.
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Respond to inquiries from employees and managers in a timely manner that represents a high degree of customer service.
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Responsible for updating the grievance report and provide metrics.
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Receive and investigate all employee and labour relations complaints, including workplace violence and harassment, CBA/ESA violations and human rights complaints. Prepare a report with findings and recommendations.
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Participate in and coordinate labour relations related procedures such as grievance meetings, arbitrations, and mediations.
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Work with the Senior Manager of Claims & Return to Work on certain cases of occupational and non-occupational injuries/ illnesses.
What you will bring:
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Minimum three years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist role required;
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Previous experience working in a unionized environment.
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Working knowledge of HR related legislation, including but not limited to the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA); Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), Ontario Labour Relations Act (OLRA) etc;
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Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential;
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General Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office);
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Post-Secondary Diploma in a related field required;
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CHRP/CHRL designation an asset.
Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.
In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.
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