This dynamic human resource role is a key stakeholder to multiple mill Superintendents, General Supervisors, and all first-line leaders, as such, requires exceptional collaboration skills and a proven ability to build strong productive relationships across the business. A results-driven labor-management professional who has a solid grasp of collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance, and negotiation processes. This position provides advice, counsel, and coaching on labor relations, employment law, performance management, investigations, and conflict resolution.

• Administer a range of Labor Relations (LR) activities including collective agreement administration, grievance and issue management, collective bargaining, union/management relations, performance management, and conflict resolution processes (20%)
• Conduct investigations, summarize findings, recommend, and implement solutions related to formal complaints consistent with procedural requirements in the collective agreement and relevant employment legislation (20%)
• Provide advice and direction to all levels of management on the interpretation, application, and administration of collective agreements, legislation, and company policies. Oversee and ensure consistent application (15%)
• Function as a confidential advisor in sensitive matters, including conflict resolution, problem-solving, investigations, training, team building, facilitating change, and advancing effective change management practices (15%)
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with union representatives, employees, and members of management (10%)
• Maintain appropriate records and implement LR processes that limit liability and support the effectiveness of organizational objectives (5%)
• Manage and investigate all 3rd party charges, as well as EEO and policy compliance (5%)
• Influence cultural change by demonstrating company values and reinforcing a collaborative work environment (5%)
• Assist in the preparation of arbitration cases and contract negotiations (5%)

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, management, or a related field, supplemented by a specialized program or courses in labor relations or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in a Human Resources role with a focus on labor relations
• 3 years of Human Resources experience in manufacturing
• Microsoft – Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• High attention to detail and organization while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Current working knowledge of legislation, labor law, employment law, human rights law, and related areas
• Well-developed problem-solving abilities, dispute/grievance resolution skills along with the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple business groups
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Customer-focused with a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and initiative
• Pro-active professional with effective consultative skills, able to forge and maintain close relationships. The candidate of choice will exhibit a collaborative approach to solving labor disputes.
• Maintain the highest level of integrity, professionalism, fairness, and confidentiality in all aspects of job performance

• $75,000 – $100,000