Job Summary:The Safety & HR Operations Partner plays a key role in supporting Cerelia Canada's manufacturing operations by providing strategic and operational Human Resources and Health & Safety support. This role partners closely with leaders and employees to foster a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace while promoting Cerelia's values and culture.
The incumbent acts as a trusted advisor to managers on employee relations, talent management, performance, recruitment, health & safety, and compliance, while ensuring adherence to employment legislation, company policies, food safety standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
Primary Responsibilities:Human ResourcesEmployee Relations- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, attendance management, and performance management.
- Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Support progressive discipline and termination processes while ensuring legislative compliance.
- Promote a respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding- Manage full-cycle recruitment for salaried and hourly positions.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
- Coordinate interviews, prepare offers, conduct reference checks, and facilitate onboarding.
- Ensure an exceptional candidate and new hire experience.
Performance Management- Coordinate annual performance review processes.
- Support managers with goal setting, coaching, development plans, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Monitor completion of probationary reviews and performance evaluations.
HR Administration- Maintain employee records while ensuring confidentiality.
- Support HR reporting, metrics, and workforce analytics.
- Assist with compensation reviews, organizational changes, and HR projects.
- Ensure HR policies and procedures remain current.
Health & SafetySafety Leadership- Promote a strong safety culture through employee engagement and visible leadership.
- Support compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WSIB, and internal safety programs.
- Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
Incident Management- Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries.
- Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Coordinate return-to-work activities in collaboration with WSIB and department managers.
Compliance- Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
- Maintain health & safety documentation and records.
- Coordinate required safety training and certifications.
- Support regulatory inspections and external audits.
Joint Health & Safety Committee- Act as a management representative on the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC).
- Track action items and support committee initiatives.
- Ensure workplace concerns are addressed promptly.
Employee Engagement- Support employee recognition and engagement initiatives.
- Assist with employee events, communication, and wellness programs.
- Promote Cerelia's values and culture throughout the organization.
- Ensure compliance with:
- Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Human Rights Code
- WSIB requirements
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Privacy legislation
- Company policies
- Food Safety and Quality standards (SQF, GMP)
Continuous Improvement- Participate in HR and Safety projects.
- Recommend process improvements and efficiencies.
- Analyze trends and recommend proactive solutions.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
Education- Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
- CHRP designation or working toward designation is considered an asset.
- Health & Safety certifications are considered an asset.
Experience- 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employees.
- Experience with employee relations, workplace investigations, managing recruitment and onboarding.
- Experience supporting Health & Safety programs.
Knowledge- Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Human Rights Code
- WSIB
- AODA
- Workplace investigations
- Performance management
- Recruitment best practices
- HRIS systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
Core Competencies- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Sound judgment and confidentiality
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Coaching and influencing
- Organizational and time management skills
- Conflict resolution
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Accountability
- Adaptability and resilience
- Continuous improvement mindset
Working Conditions- Primarily based in a manufacturing environment with regular production floor presence.
- Ability to walk throughout the plant and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
- Occasional flexibility in work hours to support multiple shifts, employee meetings, investigations, and emergency situations.
Success MeasuresThe People & Safety Partner will be successful by:
- Building trusted relationships with leaders and employees.
- Maintaining legislative and company compliance.
- Reducing workplace incidents and supporting a strong safety culture.
- Delivering timely recruitment and onboarding.
- Supporting employee engagement and retention.
- Providing practical HR guidance that enables business success.
- Driving continuous improvement across HR and Safety processes.
Compensation & Benefits:- Base salary: CAD $80,000 - $85,000 per year
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits package
- Retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer contribution/match
- Paid Time Off
