HR Generalist

External Job Description

This individual will report directly to the HR Director and will be responsible for managing and executing many of the day-to-day HR functions of Winnipeg facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with JELD-WEN EH&S requirements, legal requirements including Company policies
• Understand and assist in the administration of requirements outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement relating to all unionized employees
• Assess internal JELD-WEN, Inc. policies, programs, and procedures, and inform employees and management on the interpretation of them
• Perform professional level human resources work and execute responsibilities in areas such as staffing, employee relations, compensation, training, employment, labour relations, safety, recruitment and onboarding
• Review bi-weekly payroll runs, vacation and attendance tracking using a digital timekeeping system
• Manage disability claims by partnering with Corporate Benefits
• Ensure that programs are carried out in accordance with Company's policies and procedures
• Analyze and advise supervisors and managers to resolve employee relations issues and concerns
• Draft presentations to explain the purpose and goal and to seek compliance and understanding of Human Resources policies
• Conduct research to determine the effectiveness of personnel programs and policies
• Develop and propose improvements to policies, programs, systems and procedures to improve the effectiveness of Human Resources and operations
• May be responsible for implementing and evaluating revised human resources policies
• Other tasks and duties as required

Competencies: 

• Analytical: Compile and analyze data accurately and in a timely manner
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions
• Detail Orientation: Strong ability to provide accurate detail in analysis
• Collaborative: Work well in unison with all levels of associates
• Customer Service: Respond promptly to internal and external customer needs; respond to requests for service and assistance  
• Change Management: Build commitment and overcome resistance
• Leadership: Exhibit confidence in self and others; effectively influence actions and opinions of others
• Ethics: Treat people with respect; work ethically and with integrity; uphold organizational values
• Strategic Thinking: Support strategies to achieve organizational goals; analyze market data; adapt to changing conditions
• Negotiation skills
• Excellent people management skills
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills

Qualification:

• Post-Secondary degree (Preference with a Human Resources specification)
• Previous experience in a unionized manufacturing environment would be an asset
• Adept at employee relations at all levels and conducting investigations to closure
• Strong analytical skills, possess excellent communication skills
• Focused time management and organizational skills are necessary in this position. In addition, candidates should be solution oriented, result-driven, and possess the ability to cultivate business relationships. 
• An understanding of safety, environmental and employment legislation are an asset
• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

#LI-RM1
#JWCanada