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Cambridge, On, Ca

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Cambridge, Ontario

Strategic Human Resources Manager who acted as interim HR Director for a period of 19 months during incumbent leaves of absence. Hands-on approach in delivering HR programs and initiatives. Managed internal mentorship programs and led the launch of new HR and Payroll management system. Performed full-cycle payroll and benefits administration for the USA and Canada. Partnered and coached managers on employee performance management. Ensured smooth integration of employees as part of the acquisition process.

Knowledgeable benefits specialist involved in various initiatives in Canada and Latin America. Prepared and delivered benefits presentations to internal stakeholders. Full cycle benefits administration for Canadian and Latin America employees. Coordinated US employee benefits termination process and entered new hires into systems. Audited information in HRIS system to benefit carrier system. Conducted benefits due diligence analysis and ensured smooth benefits integration for employees of newly acquired companies.

Oversaw start and end-of-term processes for Campus Recruitment with addition of auditing and metrics reporting. Performed analysis of campus recruitment data from various sources. Consolidated information for salary surveys. Liaised with various stakeholders to ensure a smooth Co-op Turnover of students and systems. Developed communication plans and initiated process improvements.

Performed efficient interview scheduling and reference checks within timelines. Prepared accurate offer letters and ensured returned new hire packages were complete. Involved in initial stages of background screening initiative.

Cambridge, Ontario

Sole Human Resources representative for the Cambridge wafer cookie manufacturing facility. Managed recruitment, orientation and training sessions for hourly employees. Initiated and developed new employee orientation program. Benefits, pension and payroll administration. Proactive WSIB claims management. Supported employee relations policies and worked with management team to resolve employee concerns and issues.