WATSON GLOVES: Who We Are:
With 108 years of experience, Watson Gloves is North America’s single source for hand protection offering over 2,000 different styles to cover glove-use: at work, at home, at play. We are a Family -owned company that is committed to providing Authentic and Fun experiences for our people and our customers that deliver above and beyond customer and employee experiences based in Integrity and Continuous Improvement .
Our drive for being industry leaders in glove innovation and focus on the four pillars of corporate social responsibility play a large part in our success as we live out our Just Cause by elevating industry for the greater good through sustainability and innovation protecting people and our planet.
If you like to work in a cool, collaborative workplace where we like to have fun but get the job done, look no further than Watson Gloves. “We’re glovers, not fighters” – Watson Marketing Team.
Role: HR Generalist, Talent Operations
Location: Burnaby, BC
Salary Range: $68,000 - $73,000
The Role:
As HR Generalist, Talent Operations, you’ll support the full employee lifecycle—keeping HRIS (RISE) data accurate, running onboarding/offboarding, and answering employee questions. You’ll also support recruiting, benefits and wellness, and help keep HR and health & safety practices compliant and clear. If you love building great employee experiences, keeping operations humming, and bringing a little fun to serious work, you’ll feel right at home at Watson Gloves.
YOUR core responsibilities:
Talent Journey:
Ensure IT has all specs for proper setup
Set up on all internal systems
Prepare new hire for their first day
Assist new hire through probation period, conducting regular check-ins
Support probation period including probation end activities
Complete offboarding activities as directed
Ensure Website Team page is up to date
Prepare and send companywide communications
Run required HR & Payroll reports when requested
Ensure the talent recognition program (Guusto) is up to date and funded
Talent Acquisition:
Execute the recruitment and selection of Operations based roles as directed by the Senior Manager, Talent Operations
Assist Hiring Managers through the recruitment process
Ensure the annual recruitment budget is kept up to date
Complete background and reference checks
Health & Wellness:
Review and code benefit invoices (Equitable Life, ACE/CHUBB) for review
Add new employees and administer benefit packages
Oversee changes to employee plans as needed
First point of contact for questions regarding benefits
Support health & wellness programs; providing resources, bi-weekly Watson Wellness emails
Health & Safety:
Research and book annual flu shots for all locations
Attend and record minutes for JOHSC meetings, workplace inspections and investigations
Review H&S policies and ensure compliance with provincial standards
Compliance & Operations:
Maintain HR Processes & Procedures and WG Policy & Procedure Manual
Ensure HR practices align with employment legislation
Track required training
Coordinate Worksafe BC, WCB and WSIB programs and claims process
Assist with workplace investigations when required
Talent Branding:
External: Stay active on social media like LinkedIn, sharing stories, posting open roles etc.
Internal: send out communications on National Days recognized by the company, weekly Watsonversaries and any “good news” posts
Other:
Ensure HR information is kept up to date on MS Teams
Ensure the HR Manual is updated regularly
First point of contact for team member inquiries
Assist the HR Team with projects and system improvements
Complete semi-annual HR newsletters
Administrative support to HR Leadership, taking HR related minutes for engagement roundtables, investigations, etc.
What YOU BRING to Watson Gloves:
Post secondary education in a related field
Working towards CPHR considered an asset
3+ years experience working in an HR Generalist capacity
Experience working with Unions
Strong organizational and analytical skills, high attention to detail, ability to prioritize and manage their time well
Team player who thrives in a fast paced, high intensity, dynamic environment
Strong knowledge of HR functions and procedures
Familiarity with Employment Standards Acts for: BC, AB, ON, QC (all locations of employees)
Familiarity with HR policies
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all individuals
Ability to act with tact, good judgment and discretion; maintaining confidentiality of files, personal information, and other matters as appropriate
A positive attitude, creative mindset and customer focused approach
Strong working knowledge of MS Office and HRIS experience
US/Global experience considered an asset
Our VALUES:
Family Spirit: we support each other and we work as a team
Integrity: we deliver on our promises every single day
Fun: we work hard and play hard
Authentic: we are true to who we are and what we do
Continuous Improvement: We continually invest in our people and improving our processes
What we OFFER:
Competitive compensation package including bonus opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package and time off policies
RRSP matching program
Company laptop & cell phone
Opportunity to work from home 1 day per week, eligible after 90 days of onsite work
Opportunities for professional development through our Talent Investment Program
On-site gym and fitness equipment
On-site parking available
Great work environment & culture - we're recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies 2025!
Lots of fun events & company SWAG
Thank you for your interest in Watson Gloves #WG! Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We wish you the best in your job search.
Watson Gloves is an equal opportunity employer, that fosters a diverse & inclusive workplace; one in which we are all working towards the same Just Cause of elevating our industry for the greater good, through sustainability and innovation, protecting people and our planet. Watson Gloves abides by Federal laws and does not discrimination on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. For more information on our Diversity & Inclusion statement & practices visit: Watson Gloves Careers - Watson Gloves
