The Opportunity:

The Human Resources Coordinator will provide front-line support to a client group of 2000 hourly and 150 salaried employees in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing credibility with employees by efficiently addressing and responding to inquiries in a unionized environment. With the opportunity of exposure to a variety of HR functions, this position provides the potential to cross-train and further develop a diverse HR skillset.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by September 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Front-line service needs assessment for all inquiries to the HR office (benefits, vacations, leaves and other HR processes)
• Leads and facilitates hourly and salary orientation/onboarding processes using SISTEM and SAP/KRONOS
• SISTEM expert for HR Department
• Ensures employee personnel files are updated accurately and efficiently as required
• Consults and collaborates with other HR members or plant functions to meet business requirements
• Conducts research and generates reports required to support the HR department
• Manages the HR Office in terms of supplies, orderliness, filing kept current, etc.
• Manages daily/weekly/monthly reports as outlined in the HR Reporting calendar
• Provides support in full-cycle hourly employee recruitment process
• Assist with plant wide events
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-Secondary certificate/diploma or currently working towards in Office or Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources is considered an asset
• 1 year of HR-related experience, preferably in a unionized manufacturing environment; good knowledge of Manitoba employment legislation and labour relations practices; and working knowledge of HR trends and practices
• A combination of experience and education will be considered
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word , Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and be a self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to perform work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to take the initiative, problem solve and multi-task
• Second language proficiency in Mandarin, Spanish or Ukrainian is an asset but not required

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.