Job Description

As a member of GM's Human Resources Team, you will lead and coordinate assigned business functions in day-to-day HR/LR activities and provide direction and leadership that aligns and supports our objectives, mission and culture.

You will work strategically with assigned functional business leaders in the plant to develop positive working relationships, build engagement with our Union partners, problem-solve, attract and retain talent, including collaborating with COEs relative to strategic workforce planning. Collaborate with plant leadership to provide direction on specific transformation efforts, talent development, performance management, and workforce/organizational planning.

As a member of the St.Catharines Propulsion HR/LR Team, you will demonstrate behaviours that promote a strong inclusive workplace culture that attracts and motivates others while supporting our overall HR/LR strategic objectives.

Hold a strong financial and forecasting acumen. Possess a deep understanding of our Company, brands, function, and products.

Understand legal requirements at an execution-level related to the management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Labour Relations:

• Counsel plant leadership in the administration of collective agreements and workplace policies

• Promote a positive working relationship with our Union partners

• Exercise independent judgment within general policies and procedures; discipline, grievances, etc.

• Administer contractual provisions in area of responsibility

• Maintain records in Workday pertinent to Labor Relations and Hourly Employment

• Participate and support Local Negotiations

• Share regular Labour Relations updates

• Participate in 3rd Step Grievance Meetings

• Conduct special investigations as needed

• Provide guidance and resolution to conflicts

• Administer Plant Rules

Hourly Employment :

• Responsible for ensuring hourly data accuracy is maintained in Workday

• Administer hourly recruitment, transfers, and separations

• Assist with the temporary part-time worker (TPT) program

• Advise plant leadership, union and hourly employees on seniority-related issues

• Frequent involvement with other stakeholders (i.e. Benefits, Payroll, Sun Life, IT, etc.) regarding employee issues, downstream data problems, or other pertinent matters

• Assist with employee placement process (accommodations)

• Generate ad hoc reports

Salaried Human Resources :

• Influence the strategic agenda by building relationships and contributing to business results

• Work with Propulsion Sector MFG HR to ensure successful completion of regional initiatives

• Interpret HR policies and procedures and engage SME contacts as needed for support

• Provide talent management and performance management guidance to leaders and employees

• Facilitate and/or provide support for internal investigations

• Coordinate onboarding activities for salaried new hires

• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner in Workday

• Complete HR special projects/assignments as requested

Additional Job Description

Qualifications :

• Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution

• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan

• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills

• High integrity and proven ability to manage confidential information

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly proficient use of HR Systems and software applications (i.e. Workday, Excel, etc.)

• Skill and proficiency in a wide range of HR/LR practice areas

• This position may require off-shift work; must be willing and able to work flexible and additional hours as required.

Competencies:

• Influencing without Authority, Managerial Courage, Action Oriented, Comfort around Higher Management, and Dealing with Ambiguity

Education and/or Training :

• Post Secondary Education required.

• 4+ years of related HR experience

• 4+ years of Labor Relations experience including contract administration, negotiations, grievance investigation/resolution in large, complex environments.

• Highly proficient use of HR Systems and computer software application skills (i.e. Workday, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.).

• Previous experience working within a unionized manufacturing environment is highly desired

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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