Job title: HR Business Partner
Company: West Fraser
Job description: The HR Business Partner will report directly to the mill manager. This is not an entry-level position and pay will be very competitive and aligned with experience. The successful applicant must have a history of relevant work that will enable him or her to fulfill the requirements of the role. Experience in the wood-product industry is not required.Responsibilities include:
- Provide direct HR support to the Mill Manager and leadership team
- Build an effective recruiting, interviewing, and selection process to hire quality hourly talent by developing and maintaining relationships with area trade schools, other local sources, and community outreach
- Embrace the company values and become a culture driver for the facility
- Recommend new approaches to effect continual improvements in department efficiency and streamlining of processes
- Maintain hourly HR files in compliance with applicable state and federal requirements
- Answer routine employee inquiries; interpret, administer, and communicate company policies and procedures
- Complete processes required to place employees on the payroll as well as employment status changes
- Assist corporate HR with the Annual Benefits Enrollment process and Wellness program at the mills
- Maintain HRIS records and compiles reports from the database as needed
- Ensure compliance with all West Fraser policies and procedures
- Assist in employee relations investigations as needed
- Assist in the hiring process by coordinating job postings both internally and on external job boards; perform pre-screening telephone interviews, assisting with in-person interviews and reference checks, and pre-employment drug screenings for hourly positions
- Work with corporate HR on testing of HRIS system enhancements, assist in developing and maintaining HR Admin training, work to establish, document, and improve processes
- Verify all new hire processes are completed accurately
- Arrange successful on-boarding of all mill employees to include conducting new hire orientation
Required Education, Experience & Skills
- 3 plus years of HR or related experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
- Ability to handle confidential information and maintain a high level of legal and ethical standards
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
- PHR or SHRM-CP
- Experience in benefits administration
Our highly competitive compensation package includes:
- Benefits starting Day 1
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k with company match plus an additional retirement contribution
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
Apply:If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser:We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free WorkplaceEqual Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the notice from the Department of Labor.
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Location: Jacksonville, FL
Job date: Sat, 03 May 2025 07:40:04 GMT
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