Human Resources Generalist

Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.

As our innovative business continues to rapidly grow, we are seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist to answer to the growing needs of GFS Specialty Company, Intercity Packers in Richmond, BC.

Working closely with the senior HR management to provide services for the designated divisions, the new HR Generalist will perform professional level human resources duties in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, diversity and inclusion, affirmative action and employment compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Acts as a liaison between HR Shared Services and the division, understanding and supporting business needs.
• Assists in local sourcing and retention efforts, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations.
• Manages workforce planning and oversees internal posting/offer processes.
• Coordinates and participates in various HR events, including training, wellness, and orientation.
• Handles biweekly payroll and onboarding processes for new employees from offer through 90 days.
• Educates leadership on Performance Management and provides basic employee relations coaching.
• Plans and supports benefits enrollment, educating employees on retirement plans and wellness initiatives.
• Supports Workers Compensation, disability, and leave administration, serving as a point of contact.
• Interprets HR metrics and provides insights on turnover, new hires, diversity, and other metrics.
• Manages administrative functions, including processing unemployment claims and new hires.
• Evaluates and processes third-party vendor bills for payment.
• Administers off-boarding processes, including paperwork, retirement information, and departure surveys.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Requirements:

• 4+ years Human Resources Experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Human Resources preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation skills and problem solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of GFS culture, policies and employment-related laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field.
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

Equipment / Tools / Technology:

• Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, internet and HRIS software applications.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Knowledge of the Google Suite as well as Workday an asset.
• Knowledge of the UKG/Kronos an asset.

What We Offer:

• Flexible benefits program including dental, vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage.
• Company matched retirement program.
• Profit Sharing.
• In-house certification, training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Special employee discounts on all meat and seafood products.
• Employee appreciation events and social club activities all year round.
• Positive employee culture and rewards for performance.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.