Hr Coordinator

The HR Coordinator will report directly to the mill manager. This is not an entry-level position and pay will be very competitive and aligned with experience. The successful applicant must have a history of relevant work that will enable him or her to fulfill the requirements of the role. Experience in the wood-product industry is not required.

What you will do:

• Provides direct support to the Mill Manager and the leadership team
• Assists with determining root causes of hourly turnover by conducting exit interviews and developing plans to reduce
• Assists in the hiring process by coordinating job postings both internally and on external job boards; perform pre-screening telephone interviews, assists with in-person interviews, reference checks, and pre-employment drug screenings for hourly positions
• Builds an effective recruiting, interviewing, and selection process to hire quality hourly talent by developing and maintaining relationships with area trade schools, other local sources, and community outreach
• Verifies all new hire paperwork for completion and accuracy; conducts new hire orientation
• Recommends new approaches to effect continual improvements in department efficiency and streamlining of processes
• Maintains hourly personnel files in compliance with applicable state and federal requirements
• Answers routine employee inquiries; interprets, administers, and communicates company policies and procedures

• Prepares paperwork required to place employees on payroll and processes employee status changes
• Assists corporate office with the annual Open Enrollment and Wellness processes at the mills

• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as required
• Maintains HRIS records and compiles reports from the database as needed

• Ensures compliance with West Fraser policies and procedures
• Assists in investigations as needed
• Works on other priorities as assigned by the Mill Manager, Area HR, or the Regional Human Resources Manager

Required Education, Experience & Skills you will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Human Resources experience equivalent
• Experience recruiting and onboarding hourly employees including recruiting at community events as the face of the company
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills, filing, and record-keeping skills, and ability to multi-task
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain a high level of legal and ethical standards

Preferred Experience that will make you stand out:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• PHR or SHRM-CP
• Experience in benefits administration in health and welfare, savings, and pension

Other

• Approximately 5% travel required

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training and a
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k with company matching & retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer in North America!

Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us. West Fraser is a growing company that believes strongly in promoting from within and prides ourself on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace