Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 22. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Consistent with our leadership values, act as a champion for our culture by participating in the development and execution of a positive and productive environment focused on the needs of our people. (Use if role has no direct reports and delete the other)
• Provide advice and counsel in matters relating to progressive discipline and termination issues including layoffs.
• Participate in quarterly Labour Management meetings. Assists in early identification and resolution of labour/employee relations issues in collaboration with Managers and Supervisors; grievance resolutions
• Ensures all People Leaders are educated on current collective agreement language, Company policies and procedures and their impact including performing necessary training
• Conducts investigations into complaints of harassment, human rights and/or violations of Company policies or procedures and advise management accordingly.
• Participates in the preparation for collective bargaining
• Manages all aspects of the Attendance Management Program including monthly reports, coordinating and holding counseling meetings (up to and including non-disciplinary termination) and any follow up with necessary parties
• Responsible for administering the internal job posting procedure for all hourly employees
• Responsible for hourly Payroll/KRONOS sign offs & reporting management
• Supports all recruitment activities for hourly employees, including orientation
• Provide support to HR Manager for salary SAP changes, salary short term and long term disability, salary payroll changes and recruiting. 
• Provide support to HR Coordinator for recruiting, temp labour needs and benefits
• Support hourly exit interviews and report analysis

What You’ll Bring:

• Post Secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources Management
• Obtained or working towards CHRP designation with 2-3 years’ experience manufacturing unionized environment
• Knowledge of current employment legislation including ESA, OHSA
• Advanced computer skills – Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
• Decision making skills
• Knowledge of current employment legislation including ESA, OHSA
• Advanced computer skills – Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, HR Systems, Job Posting
• Proven ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively at all levels
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask

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.