Position type: Full-Time, Salaried
Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario
Ask Yourself This…
Are you an experienced and proactive Human Resources (HR) Manager who is ready to take on the full spectrum of HR operations? Do you have experience with a unionized workforce, managing employee relations, and overseeing payroll? We are looking for a collaborative and well-rounded HR Manager to join our team in Ontario. If this sounds like you, read on!
Who We Are
Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.
What You’ll Do

As the HR Manager in Ontario, you will oversee all HR functions including labor relations, recruitment, payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement. This person is a crucial part of our plant and will interact with department heads and supervisors throughout the plant. The HR Manager plays a key role in supporting leadership, managing union relationships, and fostering a strong workplace culture.

• Participate in union contract negotiations
• Administer collective agreements
• Manage the onsite Payroll Administrator
• Prepare weekly Manpower schedule ensuring qualified employees are assigned in each occupation
• Track and monitor employee attendance, issuing disciplinary actions when necessary
• Set schedules for appraisals, send out Supervisor and Employee copies and follow up as needed to ensure appraisals are completed on a timely basis
• Screen and interview candidates and make recommendations to management on hires
• Review and approve salary and hourly payroll
• Perform duties of Administrator for the Registered Pension Plans, RRSP’s and TFSA’s
• Learn HRMS and maintain confidential employee information
• Manage employee Group Benefits, meeting quarterly with insurance brokers to review costs, usage, and explore options to reduce expenditures
• Get monthly payment amounts from pension plans, compare contributions to forms and reconcile as needed
• Report on WSIB payments on a monthly basis
• Report yearly pension member data for two plans

What You’ll Need

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION, YOU MUST:

• Possess a diploma in Human Resources Management and have 7 years of progressive HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Have strong labor relations, technology, and systems skills with the ability to set up reports in our current systems
• Have strong knowledge of Ontario labor laws and HR best practices
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office products and have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Have experience in payroll, pension, and benefits administration
  Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Company-paid Medical and Dental plans
• Company-paid life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Paid time off

Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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• Participate in union contract negotiations
• Administer collective agreements
• Manage the onsite Payroll Administrator
• Prepare weekly Manpower schedule ensuring qualified employees are assigned in each occupation
• Track and monitor employee attendance, issuing disciplinary actions when necessary
• Set schedules for appraisals, send out Supervisor and Employee copies and follow up as needed to ensure appraisals are completed on a timely basis
• Screen and interview candidates and make recommendations to management on hires
• Review and approve salary and hourly payroll
• Perform duties of Administrator for the Registered Pension Plans, RRSP’s and TFSA’s
• Learn HRMS and maintain confidential employee information
• Manage employee Group Benefits, meeting quarterly with insurance brokers to review costs, usage, and explore options to reduce expenditures
• Get monthly payment amounts from pension plans, compare contributions to forms and reconcile as needed
• Report on WSIB payments on a monthly basis
• Report yearly pension member data for two plan