The Opportunity:

Reporting to the People Leader, Human Resources, this position leads activities that support the Plant in all areas of Hourly recruitment including: career and job fairs, screening, interviewing, pre-employment checks, job offers, orientation and managing of attendance based on policies and guidelines. This individual will also have responsibility for the delivery of the plant’s hourly relocation support program and may include travel.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 06. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Lead all aspects of recruiting for hourly employees both within and outside of the city of Brandon, MB
• Execute the recruitment action plan and recommend enhancements to ensure the labour needs of the plant are met
• Research, coordinate and administer targeted job ad placement to increase candidate pool
• Organize, participate and deliver job and career fairs for hourly recruitment
• Develop, track, report and maintain detailed accurate records relating to hourly recruitment for internal and external reporting
• Manage and administer the hourly relocation program with a customer focused orientation
• Develop and maintain accurate records and reporting for financial compliance on the hourly relocation program
• Build and maintain good working relationships with external parties and targeted communities to support hourly recruitment
• Lead the recruitment and onboarding process of salaried employees
• Liaison with Maple Leaf Foods Talent Acquisition Centre
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources or Business-related field or currently working towards
• 3-5 years of Recruitment and/or HR-related experience, preferable in a unionized manufacturing environment
• A combination of education and experience will be considered
• Good working knowledge of skilled and semi-skilled recruitment and HR program delivery
• CHRP designation or working towards designation is an asset
• Excellent 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 initiative, problem solve and multi-task
• Second language proficiency in Mandarin, Spanish, Hindi or Ukrainian is an asset
• Positive and professional approach with willingness to learn and enjoys challenging oneself

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.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

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’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.