HR Business Partner

at  Tolko Industries Ltd

MEADOW LAKE, SASKATCHEWAN

Our Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provide the functional expertise and foundational people support to safely drive productivity and engagement within our SBB OSB manufacturing facility.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our Meadow Lake OSB Division, located in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. Meadow Lake employs 155 employees and safely and sustainably produces 730 million square feet of OSB every year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience as a human resources generalist within all components of the HR functions; ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Previous experience with trades/apprenticeship recruitment and retention is preferred.
• University degree or diploma in human resources or a related discipline.
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is preferred.
• Continuing record of professional development.
• Strong working knowledge of employment standards, WCB and safety legislation.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS software, and applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work in both team and self-directed environments.
• Ability to operate with total confidentiality, professionalism and respect at all times.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don’t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In your role you will:

• Provide guidance and input for business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning while supporting the implementation of company-wide initiatives and partners with corporate HR to implement and support people programs and policies.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze HR statistics and metrics to provide information and recommendations to make gains in safety, productivity and engagement.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (ie. coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) while working closely with management and employees to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to direct report(s), ensuring they have the knowledge, skills and resources they require to succeed in their role.
• Provide expertise and guidance on employee relations issues and research and recommend revisions and updates to existing policies based on people, regulatory, statutory and business needs.
• Seek out opportunities to engage with external stakeholders such as local colleges; local community agencies; training agencies and authorities; and Indigenous groups or First Nations.
• Provide advice and counsel to supervisors and employees on hourly benefit programs, including short-term and long-disability claims.
• Full cycle recruitment of hourly positions and ensuring the onboarding program is in place and completed to high standards, including benefits sign-up and orientation, and coordinating apprentice schooling/rates and related documentation.
• Advise and coach supervisors and managers as they develop their direct reports while successfully supporting the timely delivery of the Performance Management process.
• Deliver on-demand HR related training (i.e.. Supervisor Bootcamp) as required by business conditions and implement corporate training initiatives such as Respectful Workplace Program, Code of Conduct training and Alcohol & Drug Program.
• Support the recognition programs in safety, attendance, and length of service.
• Operate in a safe manner in accordance to workplace safety rules, provincial regulations, and Tolko policies while partnering with divisional safety resource to support and promote safety programs.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $86,250 - $115,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
• Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• Continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About Meadow Lake
Meadow Lake is located just a short distance from the beautiful Meadow Lake Provincial Park in Saskatchewan. Here, you can experience the spectacular brilliance of our prairie sunsets or look on in awe as the northern lights dance across the sky. Since Meadow Lake serves as the main business centre for Northwest Saskatchewan, you can enjoy small town living with a population of approximately 5300, while taking advantage of amenities usually reserved for larger cities. Visit http://www.meadowlake.ca/ for more information.
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• Provide guidance and input for business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning while supporting the implementation of company-wide initiatives and partners with corporate HR to implement and support people programs and policies.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze HR statistics and metrics to provide information and recommendations to make gains in safety, productivity and engagement.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (ie. coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) while working closely with management and employees to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to direct report(s), ensuring they have the knowledge, skills and resources they require to succeed in their role.
• Provide expertise and guidance on employee relations issues and research and recommend revisions and updates to existing policies based on people, regulatory, statutory and business needs.
• Seek out opportunities to engage with external stakeholders such as local colleges; local community agencies; training agencies and authorities; and Indigenous groups or First Nations.
• Provide advice and counsel to supervisors and employees on hourly benefit programs, including short-term and long-disability claims.
• Full cycle recruitment of hourly positions and ensuring the onboarding program is in place and completed to high standards, including benefits sign-up and orientation, and coordinating apprentice schooling/rates and related documentation.
• Advise and coach supervisors and managers as they develop their direct reports while successfully supporting the timely delivery of the Performance Management process.
• Deliver on-demand HR related training (i.e.. Supervisor Bootcamp) as required by business conditions and implement corporate training initiatives such as Respectful Workplace Program, Code of Conduct training and Alcohol & Drug Program.
• Support the recognition programs in safety, attendance, and length of service.
• Operate in a safe manner in accordance to workplace safety rules, provincial regulations, and Tolko policies while partnering with divisional safety resource to support and promote safety programs