Manager, Human Resources (Manufacturing / Automotive)
Current• Severing all employees and relocating all production lines to the U.S and Mexico with a planned cessation of all production in 2025; Directly reported to the Plant Manager - Empowered, persuaded and motivated using relationship capital to influence organizational decisions and direction to drive revenue, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency - restructure; (Tier 1 -> Ford, General Motors and Stellantis)• Managed the weekly and bi-monthly preparation and processing of multiple payrolls for 220+ employees through ADP Workforce Now• Developed a comprehensive Safety Management System - WSIB Excellence program; JHSC member; Conducted ergonomic assessments that included physical demand, push-pull, MSD analysis, etc., with a third-party ergonomist; Performed Pre-Start/Pre-Use Analysis, Behavioural Based Observational Cards; Building security (SONITROL); Taboo List• Developed and managed overall human resources budget in line with business expectations allocating funds for high priority, high- impact activities. Led the HR metrics initiative in the organization, ensured that the right data was collected, interpreted, and converted into actionable plans and was responsible for the HR function's ability to execute on its plans. Master knowledge of ESA, OHSA, PIPEDA and AODA.• Responsible for making decisions as to the overall architecture and functionality of the HR information system. Responsible for the overall design and implementation of the employee records management system and for seeing that HR audit processes were carried out effectively and that the results were used to make improvements. (SAP SuccessFactors)• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 QMS Standard, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 EMS, (LPA), (6S) Continuous Improvement – Kaizen, Microsoft Team/SharePoint, PLEX UX, (PDCA), (PFMEA) and (COPQ) Union – Workers United Canada Council; Local 753 - Negotiated a CBA extension and Wind Down / Closure Agreement (CBA - May 9, 2024 to April 30, 2025)