HR. and Payroll Coordinator

Our client, a leading company in the sustainable food industry and dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join their team. As an HR Generalist reporting to the HR Director, you will be integral in shaping and executing their HR strategies that align with organizational goals. You’ll provide essential support across various HR functions. You will hire people and deal with onboarding to employee engagement and benefits administration, ensuring employees have the tools they need to thrive.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with management to equip them with the tools and guidance to support their teams effectively.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for multiple divisions, including job description creation, candidate sourcing, interviews, reference checks, and hiring recommendations.
• Offer guidance on the Collective Agreement as needed, fostering a fair and compliant workplace.
• Oversee the benefits program, communicating plan details to employees and addressing inquiries.
• Administer and review bi-weekly payroll through ADP for salaried and unionized employees and ensure month-end accruals are accurate.
• Maintain accurate employee records for attendance, leaves, expenses, and more, while keeping all files and payroll records updated.
• Lead the social committee to promote a connected, engaged team culture through cross-department events and cultural celebrations.
• Manage the HR Manual, SOPs, and HR Policies to ensure they reflect current practices, and keep organizational charts up to date.
• Lead 30-60-90-day reviews for new hires, support ongoing performance evaluations, and provide constructive feedback to support employee growth.
• Oversee the annual HR function budget and assist in creating engaging marketing materials for internal events and announcements.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent; CPHR designation or candidacy is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years in an HR Generalist role, with at least 1 year in a unionized environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems, such as ADP and BambooHR, and experience in administering employee benefits.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to offer constructive feedback and support employee development.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building strong relationships across the organization.
• Proficiency in recruitment techniques and strategies, as well as time management for prioritizing tasks.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a high level of attention to detail.

What’s in it For You:
Our client offers a competitive compensation ($55,000 to $65,000), including comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, RRSP matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and employee assistance program, on-site amenities like a gym and parking. You will also find opportunities for professional development through workshops and training programs

If you are passionate about HR and ready to contribute to a thriving workplace, we encourage you to apply.