A Sustainable, Forward Thinking Protein Company

Maple Leaf Foods announced that it will be separating into two independent public companies.  The new Pork Company, Canada Packers, will be unleashed as a world leading organization producing sustainable meats. This will provide both businesses with a sharper focus to execute their own growth strategy and both are committed to best-in-class strategies. 

Canada Packers will be a leader in sustainability produced, premium quality and value-added products.  Canada Packers is building its  team, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a premium company that is unlocking significant growth potential.

Our job is to make great food.

Canada Packers will embrace Maple Leaf Foods strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced, and challenging.  We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability. Each team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline. We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Total Rewards team as a Senior Specialist, Total Rewards, where you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our comprehensive compensation and benefits programs. You will have the opportunity to collaborate on the research, design, and implementation of innovative total rewards solutions that align with our new company’s strategic objectives. Your efforts will directly support our mission to attract, retain, and motivate top talent while ensuring compliance with market trends and regulatory standards.

In this role, you will work closely with HR leaders, guide people leaders, and provide exceptional support to program participants. Your expertise will be essential in fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders and ensuring our programs and processes run smoothly across the organization.

This will be a great opportunity for a resilient, flexible and autonomous individual who is looking to expand their experience in the total rewards space and growth their knowledge in several other areas of HR.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by October 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

A snapshot of some of the exciting things you will lead and do:

• Actively support the implementation of Total Rewards programs for the organization. Work independently and collaboratively with multiple teams across the organization to ensure a seamless transition.
• Ongoing execution of compensation, pension, and benefits plans administration, ensuring a smooth stakeholder experience and compliance with relevant legislation and plan provisions.
• Continuously monitor and assess the competitiveness of compensation and benefits packages, providing recommendations to align with market trends, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and other departments as a key contact for compensation, benefits, and disability programs, resolving escalated issues and ensuring smooth operations.
• Develop and deliver training, communication materials, and resources to support organizational understanding of total rewards programs.
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure all programs meet compliance and regulatory standards.
• Participate in key Total Rewards and HR projects and initiatives, driving enhancements and supporting the company’s broader objectives.

Pension and Benefits

• General administration of the company’s pension and benefits programs, consulting with internal teams and service providers to ensure an efficient process in compliance with legislative and Union requirements.
• Manage monthly validation and analysis of contribution remittances and data interfaces for pension and savings programs and manage regulatory filings to ensure compliance.
• Responsible for pension regulatory filings and annual compliance activities.
• Ongoing execution of annual benefits enrollment, including communication and system testing.

Compensation

• Manage the administration of compensation programs, including merit planning, short and long term incentive programs, Job Evaluations, and market reviews.
• Support the design, development and execution of the organization’s compensation plans and programs including pay structure, salary planning, short-term and long-term incentive plans, etc.
• Leverage data insights to forecast and analyze compensation outcomes, providing strategic insights and recommendations.
• Participate in industry compensation surveys to stay informed of best practices and industry benchmarks.

What we have to offer you:

• 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.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
• 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.
•  Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.

What you will bring:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Have strong working knowledge of compensation, benefits, and pension topics and relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated customer service focus with ability to forge partnerships within the business.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team in a collaborative manner.
• Ability to manage information with accuracy, security, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a proven ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and consulting skills with capability to adapt to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound judgment for effective decision making.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• University degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or another related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive work experience with Benefits, Pension (DB/DC Plans) and compensation programs administration required.
• Experience with HRIS system (SAP/Success Factors) considered an asset.
• CEBS, CCP and/or CHRL designations preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Office programs as well as web-based applications

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.