The Opportunity:

As the HR Generalist, you'll play a vital role in supporting various HR functions across the organization, working closely with departments such as talent acquisition, employee relations, and compensation to ensure seamless HR operations. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including onboarding new hires, managing employee benefits, supporting performance management processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws. You'll also collaborate with department leaders to address employee concerns, support development initiatives, and contribute to maintaining a positive work culture.
Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of HR best practices. If you're passionate about fostering a positive workplace and supporting employees throughout their career lifecycle, apply now!

Schedule and Pay:

• $78,500.00- $86,000.00 Annually, DOE
• Monday- Friday with possible additional hours and weekend shifts

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by October 09. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Develop and lead the orientation and onboarding processes for both hourly and salaried employees to support retention initiatives
• Ensure personnel files and documentation are complete and compliant with Federal and State laws
• Ensure people movement (new hires, voluntary and involuntary terminations, promotions, transfers etc.) is accurately executed in the HRIS systems
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development
• Responsible for leading and implementing the hiring activities for the hourly staff – recruitment/prescreening/selection
• Work with a variety different HRIS systems including but not limited to SAP, Kronos, ADP, Navigator, SuccessFactors and Alchemy
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• 3-5  years’ experience in Human Resources preferred
• Ability to build and leverage relationships and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated pattern of continuous self-development in Human Resource compliance, education, trends and practices
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities
• Strong problem solving, initiative and teamwork skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities by applying strong time-management/organizational skills
• Consistent demonstration of leadership values and behaviors
• Demonstrated success and experience in consulting with leaders on complex HR issues
• Excellent presentation and facilitation abilities
• Exceptional communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and influencing skills across all organizational levels
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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.
• 401k with company match (available after 6 months 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 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.