Human Resources Generalist

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Human Resources Advisor – New-Brunswick

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR Generalist to support manufacturing facilities and harvesting sites in New-Brunswick (Baie-Sainte-Anne and Bay du Vin). As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering strategic and operational human resources support, while fostering a positive and productive workplace culture. This is an exciting opporunity to work in the peat moss industry, helping to shape HR practices in a growing and essential natural resource sector.


JOB SUMMARY:

• Assist in recruitment and selection processes, including job descriptions, candidate screening, interview processes and orientation;

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the candidate experience, from job posting to full onboarding, ensuring a smooth and positive process;

• Work closely with managers to understand staffing needs, anticipate future requirements, and provide strategic support in recruitment;

• Participate and assist in organizing recruitment events such as job fairs to find the best talents;

• Provide general human resources support and advise managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, labor relations, and employee benefits;

• Ensure compliance with employment law, company policies, and best practices;

• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflicts;

• Monitor and analyze HR KPIs (e.g., turnover rate, absenteeism, engagement) and provide insights and recommendations to support continuous improvement;

• Advise and support managers in performance management, including appraisals, development plans, and corrective actions;

• Participate and lead joint committee’s meetings;

• Assist in the execution of HR projects and initiatives, such as internal life events and employee engagement.


QUALIFICATIONS :


• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field;

• 5+ years of experience in human resources;

• Experience in a unionized environment (an asset);

• Experience in a manufacturing company with multiple production sites;

• Dynamic, rigorous, discreet and you know how to manage your priorities;

• Problem-solving: Ability to assess situations and recommend solutions, particularly in conflict resolution and employee relations.

• Open to traveling (10-15%);

• Master the Office suite;

• Knowledge of written and spoken French (an asset).


ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS :

• Annual vacations and personal flexible days;

• Group RRSP and group insurance;

• Allowance for work and safety item;

• Discounts used on Berger products;

• Employee assistance program;

• Offer of training and skills development.


WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Permanent position;


• 40 hours per week;

• Daytime schedule.


ABOUT US : At Berger, we have been developing and marketing the best horticultural mixes for growing flowers, berries, market garden products in greenhouses and much more for more than 60 seasons. At Berger, you feel at home. It’s much more than a company: it’s a culture, a team, a stimulating and enriching living environment! To find out more about the company : https://www.berger.ca/en/about/


Berger volontarily subscribes to an equal access to employment program (PAÉE). Applications from women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and people with disabilities are encouraged.


The use of masculine gender has been adopted to facilitate reading and has no discriminatory intention.

The salary displayed does not necessarily correspond to the salary range established for this position. We will recognize your skills and experience upon hiring by offering you competitive compensation as well as several other benefits.