Human Resources Manager at Life Sciences Systems

The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.

The Human Resources Manager will be the go-to resource for People Managers and their teams for all human resources related matters. They will be an integral part of the leadership teams for the groups they support. This individual will be a trusted resource for HR expertise as well as a coach and mentor to leaders and our employees.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides Human Resources expertise, support, and guidance to assigned senior division/segment leaders and their teams in the areas of workforce planning, recruitment, talent management, employee relations, organization design and restructuring, performance management, employee engagement, retention, and employee/leader development. Proactively partner with the business to understand critical business priorities and HR implications.
• With support from the global Life Science Systems HR team, recommend, develop, and administer human resources policies, procedures, and programs in support of business initiatives ensuring compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and best practices.
• Maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. Support the development of Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) and Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs)
• Business Partnership: Understand the critical objectives of the business and partner with the greater HR network to help influence the culture, create a positive employee experience, and champion relevant organizational changes and initiatives.

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Actively involved in developing hiring plans in collaboration with business leaders.
• Supporting the recruitment and onboarding activities of top talent including, interns, full-time employees and contractors.
• Partner with leaders to ensure new hires are properly onboarded.

Performance Management and Employee Relations:

• Manage and facilitate the annual performance management cycle including supporting leaders in the development/establishment of annual goals, training new hires and leaders and facilitating calibration sessions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve employee relations issues that foster collaboration and improved performance.
• Participate in and/or lead any progressive disciplinary actions, terminations, restructuring and change management activities.

Talent Management and Employee Development:

• Coach and advise leaders on talent management best practices related to attracting, developing and retaining employees.
• Partner with the business and employees to define and develop career development plans, establish and maintain succession plans and foster and promote internal mobility.
• May initiate and support or lead investigations into complaints, performance issues and sensitive subjects.

Additional Responsibilities

Compensation and Benefits:

• Administer the annual compensation review process within the guidelines of the annual performance review cycle.
• Recommend and develop the business case for compensation adjustments as required.
• Partner with the business leaders and HR leadership to establish pay scale guidelines.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, obtaining clarification on complex benefits claims and supporting and facilitating any claims management and return to work activities.

Functional Enhancements:

• Contribute to continuous improvement ideas to enhance HR tools and processes and be an active participant in global ATS HR initiatives.
• Ability to participate in or lead continuous improvement events and enterprise or multi-segment HR Projects.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to employees and leaders on HR programs, practices, policies, legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Work with health and safety to support the management of illness or disability of employees related to either an occupational or a non-occupational absence and supporting the business with the development of RTW plans, accommodation, and injury/illness reporting.
• Provide leadership, mentor and direct the daily activities of junior team members as needed.
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset related to health and safety, employee wellness offerings and environmental initiatives. Ensure data accuracy and integrity within all HR systems.

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Managers are responsible for creating a positive safety culture and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
• Ensure that employees receive regular training regarding health, safety and environmental matters.
• Accountable to ensure that HSE matters are addressed in a timely manner and that compliance with both legislative and corporate requirements are maintained.
• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment compliance
• Hold team members accountable for health, safety and environmental compliance as part of the annual performance review process
• Ensure that the requirements of the health, safety and environment management system are implemented and maintained
• Carry out hazard assessments, inspections, and audits as required by legislative framework and/or corporate requirements
• Ensure that training is provided to all departmental employees are per established training matrix
• Implement appropriate corrective measures for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts
• Ensure that appropriate equipment, materials and protective devices are provided and maintained in safe condition
• Provide information, instruction and supervision to employees
• Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of employees

Qualifications

Education

A bachelor’s degree specializing in human resources or equivalent educational background.

Experience:

• Requires a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist capacity, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Leadership experience managing more junior HR employees
• Knowledge and experience across a broad range of HR disciplines including recruitment and selection, compensation practices, employee relations, performance management and practical knowledge of local employment legislation.
• Ability to have difficult conversations with employees.
• Customer focused with proven relationship building strengths.
• Strong business acumen and analytic capability to identify and diagnose pressing business challenges.
• Financial acumen, competent in understanding financial statements and the overall financial health of the business.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to write clear, concise and compelling messaging.
• A self-starter with the ability to successfully manage multiple demands while continuing to be strategically focused.
• Proven ability to work closely with leaders to support the resolution of employee issues.
• Demonstrated ability to invite diverse perspectives, promote an inclusive work environment and support workforce diversity
• HR data analytics experience is an asset
• Microsoft Office 365 and experience with HRIS systems.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.

What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!

We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 5% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program

A place to BELONG: We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary