Hr Manager, Labor Relations

Summary: Position will plan, manage, and coordinate all activity related to Human Resources functions including, but not limited to: Labor Relations, recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, communications, safety program and community relations. The position will work proactively with management in the development of Human Resources strategies that align the work force with company performance goals and needs.

Key Job Functions:

• Provides leadership in negotiating and interpreting the collective agreements, trains supervisors to understand its meaning and the implications of decisions and actions in dealing with the unionized labor force. Represents organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
• Serves as consultant to managers on relevant federal and state employment laws; legal, ethical and work-related issues; HR process, programs and policies; and employee disciplinary issues.
• Develops and maintains an effective department work environment and creates and promotes harmonious working relationships with other departments and employees.
• Coaches and supports managers and supervisors on all processes of performance management to ensure that they are understood and being used.
• Provides training on the processes of interviewing, hiring and termination to managers and supervisors.
• Develops, presents and maintains a defined and effective employee orientation program ensuring all new employees receive orientation to foster learning and positive attitude toward company goals.
• Provides sound management and direction in the areas of the people aspects of change and in promoting a culture that values operational excellence.
• Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting HR functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Maintains employee records, including but not limited to, personnel files, application logs, as required by law, local governing bodies or departments in the organization.
• Maintains a HRIS system (SAP) analyses data and issues reports to satisfy the information requirements at the operational, regional and corporate levels.
• Develops and maintains key performance indicator reports through Dayforce Ceridian including, but not limited to, turnover, headcount, cost per hire, open positions, recruiting activity, overtime, organizational charts, etc.
• Coordinates all plant training on legislated issues including harassment, labor standards and human rights. Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs
• Liaises with local and Corporate Human Resources in the administration of payroll, benefits programs, pension plans, and all HR policies and procedures. Liaises with Payroll for compensation and benefits to ensure required forms are accurately documented.
• Collaborates with Safety Department to support and promote awareness of health and safety programs.

What Do You Need to Succeed?

• Bachelor's degree (BA) or equivalent; with four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Notable management and leadership experience in a human resources, manufacturing environment
• Experience in a unionized industrial environment is required.
• Strong capability in both negotiation and facilitation skills are required
• Solid knowledge of Database software; Human Resource systems; Internet software; Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Ability to develop relationships with, and work within the community with various organizations and government agencies.
• PHR or SPHR a plus

What's In It For You?

• Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more
• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Training, professional development
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Fertility drug coverage
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
• Hybrid work model for certain positions

Our People

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person