HR Manager, Canada

Your role:

As the HR Manager for Canada, you will serve as the primary HR support for three Canadian plants in Saskatoon, Montreal, and Streetsville, as well as for remote team members. Reporting to the VP Human Resources Operations and working closely with the General Manager, Canada, and Plant Managers, you will provide guidance on HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, terminations, immigration, and HR programs.

Your responsibilities:

HR Leadership & Business Partnership

Advise site and functional leaders on talent strategies, workforce planning, and organizational design.
Serve as the primary HR contact for Canadian operations, driving alignment with business goals and workforce strategies.
Support cultural and organizational change initiatives, including post-acquisition integration and continuous improvement projects.
Partner with plant leadership, and the HR function, to locally execute human resource programs including engagement/recognition, performance/talent management, new policies, benefits, and leaves.

Employee Relations & Compliance

Manage complex employee relations issues, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance matters, ensuring compliance with Canadian labor laws.
Lead or support union-related activities, including grievance handling and collective bargaining agreement (CBA) administration.
Oversee compliance programs including employment equity, pay equity, terminations, severance, required government filings, and immigration matters.
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and local leadership to recruit and onboard qualified candidates.
Guide managers through the performance management process, coaching them on feedback, development planning, and corrective actions.
Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through equitable HR practices.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws

HR Operations

Support benefits and disability claims administration in collaboration with the Corporate Benefits team.
Partner with the Compensation and Legal teams on annual pay equity filings and compliance reporting.
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and efficient HR delivery service.
Drive effective use of HR systems (e.g., Workday) and maintain accurate employee records.

Culture & Engagement

Support local execution of engagement and recognition programs.
Promote a safety-first culture through HR practices that support return-to-work, safety training, and risk management.

Essential skills and experience:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of HR experience including employee relations and compliance
French speaking
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills
Capability to manage multiple tasks independently and in a fast-paced environment
Ability to deliver results, inspire trust and operate with transparency
On-site, in person, at either Montreal or Saskatoon locations
CHRP designation considered and asset
Experience working in a unionized environment

Good to have:

PHR/SHRM certification
Recruiting experience
Experience with Workday

Other considerations:

Regular ability to travel to sites: 30%
Additional travel may be needed to support site activity and/or acquisitions
Ardent Mills is headquartered in Denver, CO. The successful candidate will be expected to commit to travel for HR meetings in Denver as needed.

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills.

The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.

Location:
Montreal QC

Address:
2110 Notre-Dame Street West, Montreal QC, H3J 1N2

Additional Locations (if applicable):
Saskatoon SK

Employment Type:
Full time

Additional Information:

Competitive Compensation:
Nous offrons un salaire de base axé sur le marché, en fonction des compétences, des capacités et du niveau d'expérience. Nos échelles salariales sont larges, et le salaire individuel sera concurrentiel sur le marché en fonction de l'ensemble unique de compétences et du niveau d'expérience du candidat. La plage de départ pour cette position est $108,000.00 - $144,045.00, avec un potentiel de gain supplémentaire possible en fonction de l'expérience. De plus, nous croyons que les membres de notre équipe sont la raison de notre succès et que tous les membres de l'équipe sont admissibles à un incitatif avec un objectif basé sur la contribution, la performance de l'entreprise et les résultats individuels atteints. Alors que le régime de primes et le montant cible seront déterminés en fonction du rôle et de l'ampleur des cotisations, le régime de primes et le montant en pourcentage ciblés pour ce rôle sont les suivants : Bonus - MIP, 15% Annual.

We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate's unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $108,000.00 - $144,045.00, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - MIP, 15% Annual.

Benefits:
Chez Ardent Mills, nous offrons un large éventail d'avantages aux membres de notre équipe et aux membres de leur famille admissibles. Voici quelques-uns de nos excellents programmes d'avantages sociaux auxquels vous pourriez avoir droit : • Couverture médicale, dentaire et visuelle • Comptes d'épargne-santé et pour personnes à charge • Programmes d'assurance-vie et d'assurance-invalidité • Programmes de prestations volontaires • Programmes de mieux-être parrainés par l'entreprise • Épargne-retraite avec jumelage d'entreprise • Programme d'aide aux membres d'équipe et aux familles (PAE) • Congés payés et jours fériés payés • Programme de reconnaissance des employés avec récompenses (RAVE).

At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).

Application Deadline:

EEO Commitment:

Ardent Mills est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances.

Ardent Mills is an equal opportunity employer.

Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer:

At Ardent Mills, the security of our employees and candidates is a priority. We will never request sensitive information such as your bank account information, social security number, or other non-publicly available information during the application and interview process. If someone asks you for sensitive information, we strongly advise that you assume that individual is not affiliated with Ardent Mills. Some things to watch out for:

Slightly altered or unprofessional email addresses. Ardent Mills' Recruitment team only corresponds from email addresses with the domain first.last.talent@ardentmills.com or first.last@ardentmills.com.
Vague job requirements or job descriptions. Our open job opportunities and descriptions can be found at ardentmillscareers.com

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