Pure Flavor Farms LP is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers sharing a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Built on generations of expertise, we are the next generation of growers—strategically located throughout North America and inspired to put quality, flavor, and our retail and foodservice customers first.
With a dedicated, energetic, and highly skilled workforce, we truly believe our employees make the difference. We are proud to offer a progressive, vibrant organization where you can advance your career, master your skills, and grow alongside us.
The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Human Resources and management team across all sites. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, recruitment/employment, employment law compliance, health and safety, and workers’ compensation.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and administration of various human resource plans and procedures
- Administer the performance evaluation program; update and maintain wage/salary adjustments
- Perform benefits administration; including claims resolution, change reporting and communicate benefits information to employees
- Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes for exempt and non-exempt personnel
- Confer with HR Leadership and/or hiring managers to identify staffing needs
- Effectively interview candidates and extend job offers
- Manage the job offer process including negotiation and administration
- Administer appropriate company assessments including reference and background checks
- Track metrics for all recruiting activities
- Conduct employee onboarding and assist with training and development
- Collaborate with supervisors and managers on employee relation concerns and corrective counseling; manage and track employee corrective action
- Provide support to employees in various HR related topics such as employee relations counseling and exit interviewing
- Promote HR and Employee engagement programs to create an inclusive culture and conflict-free workplace
- Administer and monitor workers’ compensation case files
- Gather and analyze data; report HR metrics
- Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form
- Special projects and group initiatives as assigned
- Other core expectations as defined by the company.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education required; diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, required.
- Minimum one year experience in a Human Resources environment; experience in the produce/agriculture industry preferred.
- One to two years’ experience in manufacturing environment considered an asset.
- Joint Health and Safety Committee certificate preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience in labour and employment laws affecting human resources management.
- Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Must be able to handle sensitive issues with tact and maintain strict confidentiality of private information and have a commitment to high professional and ethical standards.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work in a team environment with individuals of all leadership styles, personalities, and career levels.
- Team player, with the confidence to take the lead and guide other departments when necessary; persuasive with details and facts; ability to motivate and empower with a forward-thinking nature.
Work Environment:
- Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; ability and willingness to travel.
- This job primarily operates in a clerical, office setting.
- Occasional work in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F or in a greenhouse with a temperature range up to 90°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
- Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Specific vision capabilities required; employee is to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required.
- The position may involve needing to lift to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.
Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers a salary range of $50,000 - $60,000 CAD annually, commensurate with experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition, Pure Flavor provides a competitive total rewards package that includes company-paid benefits, RRSP matching, and paid time off.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!
Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.
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