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Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.\nWhat we offer you\nMedical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts\nRetirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions\nEducation Assistance\nBonus Plan Eligibility\nParental Leave\nPay Range: $135,000 - $155,000 CAD\nJob Summary\nThe HR Manager is responsible for leading the human resources function, ensuring compliance with labour laws, company policies,and collective bargaining agreements (CBA), if applicable. This role serves as a strategic partner to facility leadership, driving workforce planning, labour relations, employee engagement, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance to support business objectives. The HR Manager will also play a key role in fostering a high-performance culture while mitigating risks.\nWhat you will be doing\nWorkforce Planning & Talent Development\nExecute workforce plans that align talent with operational goals.\nLead succession planning and talent-pipeline development to ensure future leadership and skill readiness.\nPrioritize training needs and coordinate development programs, apprenticeships, and upskilling.\nCoach facility managers and supervisors to strengthen people leadership.\nEmployee Relations & Engagement\nResolve escalated employee concerns and grievances through open communication and conflict resolution.\nFoster an inclusive culture that encourages feedback and reduces alert-line issues.\nDrive engagement and retention through recognition and work-life balance initiatives.\nConduct employee surveys, analyze results, implement action plans, and track improvements in retention and morale.\nRecruitment & Onboarding\nPartner with GBS Recruiting on talent strategies aligned with facility workforce needs.\nOversee full-cycle recruitment, from posting and interviews through selection and hiring.\nImprove onboarding to ensure a smooth new-hire transition.\nAlign recruiting with internal posting and seniority-based bidding processes, as applicable.\nCoordinate and participate in plant interviews.\nPerformance Management\nLead annual performance appraisals in alignment with Hydro processes, facility objectives, and applicable external requirements, including the CBA.\nGuide managers on goal setting, evaluations, and constructive feedback.\nAddress performance issues in compliance with Hydro policies for improvement plans and progressive discipline.\nCompensation, Benefits & HR Operations\nEnsure payroll accuracy, including wage structures, shift differentials, and contractual pay provisions.\nCollaborate with Shared Services and cross-functional partners.\nOversee legally compliant benefits and leave administration.\nSponsor recognition programs that reinforce performance and contributions.\nOptimize HR systems for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance tracking.\nStrategic HR Leadership\nAlign HR strategy with facility goals in partnership with senior management.\nLead organizational development supporting restructuring and operational improvement.\nAnalyze workforce trends and report executive insights on KPIs, including turnover, absenteeism, and inclusion initiatives.\nChampion change, organizational transitions, and continuous improvement.\nCompliance\nEnsure compliance with employment laws, including ESA, OHSA, MOL, and WSIB requirements, and company policies.\nEnforce HR policies and conduct audits to verify legal compliance.\nProtect confidential employee data in accordance with company policies and labour laws.\nLabour Relations\nServe as the primary union contact for grievances, negotiations, and labour disputes.\nEnsure compliance with CBA provisions.\nLead collective bargaining, including cost analyses and contract proposals.\nInvestigate workplace disputes, discipline, and grievances, ensuring consistent policy application.\nAddress CBA-related performance issues and requirements.\nAdminister benefits and leave in compliance with the CBA and legal requirements.\nWhat will make you successful?\nRequired Education/Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred - or equivalent professional experience.\n7+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including at least 2 years in a unionized setting (if applicable).\nExperience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management required.\nStrong knowledge of labour laws (NLRA, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA) and CBA interpretation, where applicable.\nExperience managing union negotiations, grievance handling, and employee relations, where applicable\nProficiency in HRIS systems, timekeeping software (e.g., Success Factors, UKG/UltiPro), and Microsoft Office Suite.\nAbility to analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive process improvements\nEnglish required; additional language skills are a plus.\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nStrategic mindset, with a focus on HR best practices and operational efficiency.\nAbility to work in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing settings, balancing priorities effectively.\nProactive problem solver with a data-driven approach to HR strategy.\nStrong conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills.\nMinimal travel (less than 10%)\nEqual opportunities\nHydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.\nAs part of our recruitment process, we may use job-related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work-related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. 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