HR Generalist

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise. Through a portfolio of brands, we offer highly engineered solutions, technology and products to support infrastructure markets worldwide.

Shawflex is the Market Leader and a Trusted Brand in the Electrical Infrastructure industry with a wide variety of wire and cable solutions from common to custom. Our Business Model thrives on our Strong Channel Relationships and Entrepreneurial Culture where we champion in providing unique engineered-to-order product offerings to our customers.
 

Contract Position - Potential for Extension 

POSITION SUMMARY: 
Support HR processes for the Shawflex business segment.

DUTIES:
1. Recruitment & Selection
•    Support full cycle recruitment for full time salaried, hourly and contract positions.
•    Support recruitment process, including developing job descriptions with hiring managers, create and post job advertisements in SuccessFactors, screen candidates, coordinate interviews with hiring managers, conduct interviews, make hiring recommendations to hiring managers, conduct references and background checks, prepare offers of employment and provide onboarding (I.T. and facilities’ requests, orientation presentation).
•    Manage relationships with placement agencies.
•    Prepare and broadcast organizational announcements.
2. Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
•    Management of all employee information in SuccessFactors – add new employees, terminations, promotions, transfers, leaves, reporting changes etc.
•    Reporting and analysis of employee information in SuccessFactors (headcount, annual cycles, etc).
•    Support HR team in handling performance management which includes objective setting, performance reviews, and compensation planning; ensure that the forms are completed accurately and on time.
•    Ad hoc reports in SuccessFactors and Ceridian Dayforce as required by management team.

3.   Employee Relations
•    Assist in the development and implementation of human resources policies, rules, procedures and programs.
•    Stay abreast of regulatory legal requirements such as Excess Hours with Ministry of Labour.
•    Provide support to the manufacturing operations Supervisors and Managers on the handling of employee relations issues and grievances, conduct interviews and confidential internal investigations.
•    Prepare termination letters and disciplinary warning letters.
•    Initiate HR projects to improve employee relations, services, communication within the business segment.
•    Administration and Analysis of Employee Engagement Survey.
•    Committee member of Adult and Children’s holiday events.
•    Administration of employee referral, employee recognition, and perfect attendance programs.
•    Handle arrangements for employee’s personal life events (newborns, loss of family members, etc).
•    Provide information on company’s EFAP program.
4. Training & Development
•    Investigate and coordinate training courses for salaried and hourly employees.
•    Ensure all legislative compliance training is completed.
•    Maintain training database with completed training records.
•    Maintain repository of employee development plans.
5.   Disability Administration/WSIB Claims Management
•    Complete employer portion for Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) applications.
•    Liaise with case manager, employee, managers, and payroll on STD and LTD approvals and payments.
•    Complete required WSIB forms for workplace injuries, liaise with WSIB Claims Manager, employee, and Manager, for the employees’ safe return to work (RTW).
•    Respond to employee queries.
6.   HR Administration
•    Maintain wage and salary administration in HRIS.
•    Prepare employment verification letters.
•    Handle day-to-day employee inquiries.
•    Generate ad hoc reports, charts and presentations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
•    Undergraduate degree or diploma in Human Resources is experience is required.
•    Human Resource Professional designation (CHRP) would be an asset.
•    1-2 years of human resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment with hourly workforce.
•    Broad human resources technical skills with specific strengths in recruitment, on-boarding, and employee relations 
•    Thorough knowledge of legislation and regulatory rulings impacting human resources
•    Ability to work a flexible schedule – will be required to provide support to a 24/7 manufacturing facility.
•    Positive, “can-do” attitude providing an ability to deal with challenging situations.
•    Displays creative and flexible problem-solving skills.
•    Strong organizational skills, discipline, and attention to detail.
•    An individual of unquestioned business ethics and personal integrity
•    Excellent verbal, written and relationship management skills.
 

WHAT MATTR OFFERS
•    At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy 
•    We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs 
•    Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
•    Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities 
•    Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•    Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs
•    Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment  
•    We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Volunteer Time Off Program, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
•    Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
•    We’re working to create a better world. Join us!

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe, Xerxes and Shawcor.
At Mattr, we have built a true team environment where all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the company. We want you to join our team!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however we cannot accept telephone calls regarding this position. All recruiting activities are managed via our Recruitment Management System and you must apply via the link below or the posting on our career page at https://careers.mattr.com/ to be considered for this opportunity.