Founded in 1880, Krug is well recognized as a leader in the design and manufacturer of high-quality business and healthcare furniture. For 146 years, Krug’s reputation has been built on the principles of integrity and dignity in its relations with its staff, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which it operates. Krug is known for our innovation in solving challenges others can't. We are committed to being a leader in our industry by providing products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of our customers.
We are looking for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our team. The HRBP will be responsible for human resources support to leadership and staff in the areas of Health & Safety, WSIB/WI claims management, employee relations, investigations, recruitment, attendance management, training and policy development/projects.
If you are a highly organized self-starter who is motivated, has strong communication and people skills and thrives in a fast-paced work environment, this is the ideal opportunity for you!
Position Responsibilities:
- Employee relations: is primary contact person for salaried, hourly and leadership team. Advises on policies/procedures, including performance management. Conducts investigations and makes recommendations on resolution and level of discipline as required.
- Responsible for attendance management program; determines level of non-disciplinary or disciplinary letters, coaching Leaders and provides quarterly updates and annual summary to management.
- Participates in policy development/revisions and training.
- Responsible for H&S legislative compliance for our Seating Division and Management representative for the JHSC.
- MOL contact related to safety concerns.
- Actively manages all WSIB claims (including completion of Form 7’s). Liaises with WSIB adjudicators, return to work specialists, doctors, employees and provides regular updates to management. Establishes modified work programs to ensure a safe and earliest return to work. Prepares a bi-weekly spreadsheet of claims for payroll purposes. Highlight and concerns to the HR Manager.
- Tracks and analyses accident trends and makes recommendation to management in an effort to reduce these types of injuries.
- Manages all Weekly Indemnity and Short Term and Long-Term Disability claims.
- Responsible for hourly, administrative and professional full cycle recruiting.
- Onboarding as well as required safety training in the absence of the HR and HS Coordinator. Partners with HR/H&S Manager, HRG and HR Coordinator on various HR and Health & Safety initiatives, compliance and training.
- Responsible for maintaining ISO records in accordance with our Competency Training & Awareness Procedure.
- Performs all responsibilities/services in accordance with company Quality Assurance procedures.
- Avanti, HRIS and adhoc projects as required.
- Support all facilities in the absence of HR and HS Manager and Manitou HRG.
Requirements:
- Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Human Resources or related discipline is required.
- CHRP or CHRL Designation.
- JHSC Certification is required.
- 3 - 5 years’ experience in a business partner role within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record in WSIB & Disability claims management and employee relations.
- Previous experience and strong Health & Safety knowledge of legislative requirements.
- Exceptional communication and organization skills.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office – Word and Excel primarily. PowerPoint an asset.
This position is full time on-site at our Seating division in Kitchener.
Krug is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Should you require accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Team. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with a great group of people.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing position vacancy.
Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
