Senior HR Business Partner

Septodont

  • Cambridge, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Position descriptionJob TitleSenior HR Business PartnerCompany DetailsNovocol Pharma is a growing contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), specialized in sterile injectable cartridges and combination product manufacturing. We strive for excellence and customer-centricity to deliver value to global pharmaceutical clients through contract services for drug development and commercial manufacturing. With over 40 years in operation, our team of 600 employees and modern facilities, located in Cambridge, Ontario provide a personalized and responsive experience for our customers. We are focused on serving our strategic partners and patients with quality, integrity, and value.Our employees are our number one asset! We offer developmental opportunities, excellent compensation and benefit programs, discounted gym memberships, work/life balance programs, employee recognition, social events and spirit days.We are a proud member of the Septodont group of companies. Septodont is a pharmaceutical and medical device company with a global leadership position in dental pain management. The group counts over 2000+ employees worldwide and has remained a 100% family owned company for over 90 years. Our Cambridge facility serves as a significant manufacturing site within the Septodont group with high volume dental anesthetic production for a global customer base.
We have an opportunity for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner.Job SummaryThe position of Sr. HRBP is accountable to the HR Manager to conduct a broad scope of HR duties including overseeing and supporting the HRBP team with day-to-day issues that arise, providing guidance and support on employee relation issues, projects, policy development, organizational design and ensuring the consistent application of internal and legislative policies are being adhered to. In addition to overseeing the HRBP team this role will have a few dedicated departments that they will support directly.Responsibilities
  • Work proactively with management and the HRBP team to serve as a resource to ensure HR policies are fairly administered and consistent with legislative requirements both Provincial and Federal.
  • Leads the performance and development of all direct reports. In conjunction with the Departmental Manager conducts employee relations activities (such as: completion of employee performance reviews, carrying out performance improvement initiatives, recommend and administer disciplinary action and guide conflict resolution by investigating employee complaints and initiating suitable resolution). Partners with discusses and plays a supporting role for each human resources business partner team members plan for personal and career growth and development.
  • Work closely with the HR manager to review and update HR related programs such as policy and procedure development and creation of new programs, while partnering with the HRBP team to roll out and implement.
ResponsibilitiesCont.
  • Review monthly HR metrics and follow up with the HRBP's where there may be opportunities.
  • Strong focus on customer service- understanding the business needs and partnering with the business and HRBP's to come up with creative solutions to support the business and their teams.
  • Lead the workforce planning initiative with the HRBP's and reviewing the themes and areas of opportunity based on the data across the business to determine what programs and support the business needs (ie: career discussions, career paths, talent planning tools, etc.)
  • Promote positive employee relations. Identify opportunities to further enhance employee engagement through the employee life cycle.
  • Leading and implementing strategic Initiatives/projects assigned to this role to completion against project deadlines.
  • Ensuring timely and consistent communication with the HRBP's regarding program and/or process changes, project updates, etc.
  • Raising employee relation issues and key updates by department with the HR Manager along with proposed solutions or options.
  • Identifying and execute on process or programs opportunities from a continuous improvement perspective.
  • Communicating HR priorities and goals with leaders & HRBP's to ensure an effective partnership, change management support, and timely implementation of plans.
  • Building relationships with all employees and leaders- taking time to walk the production floor and offices talking to employees, building connections and taking an active role in social and spirit events.
  • Coach, guide and provide tools to the leaders and HRBPs to support their Directors and Managers on items such as:
- Organization changes within their teams.- Career pathing with the various departments- Employee relations initiatives through the administration and follow-up of employee performance management, involvement in progressive discipline, including facilitating terminations, complaint investigation, probationary monitoring and remedial training / development of employees.- Disability Management related to Group Benefits. This includes administration of the Return-to-Work Program including communication with the Disabled worker, Department Managers, and Insurance Carriers.- Organizational learning and development by facilitating training programs and group discussions on various topics, such as performance management, harassment, LinkedIn Learning, EAP program, etc.Complies with GMP guidelines.Observe and support all safety guidelines and regulations.Responsible for completing all other duties as assigned and in compliance with policies and procedures.Work harmoniously with all fellow employees, maintaining confidentiality as appropriate in the context of the business environment.QualificationsEducation
  • Degree or diploma in Human Resources or related discipline.
  • CHRL designation or actively pursuing is an asset.
Experience
  • Minimum of 7 years Human Resources experience in a Generalist/Business Partner role providing all end-to-end HR support to various business units and their teams. Previous leadership an asset.
  • Minimum of 3 years of leading a small team of HR Generalist/HR Business Partners.
  • 2 years of experience leading projects and supporting leaders at various levels.
  • Demonstrated experience and success in all areas of HR (performance management, training and development, employee relations, retention strategies, policy development, organizational design, recruitment).
  • U.S. experience working in a Human Resources Capacity is an asset.
  • Knowledge of Group Benefits claims management including experience administering Return to Work Programs.
  • Previous involvement in Employee Relations investigations and implementation of disciplinary action.
  • Keen understanding of Employment Legislation both Provincial and Federal.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization including the ability to guide and influence.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills, with the ability build relationships with interdepartmental teams.
  • Proven ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment and work autonomously.
  • Passion to promote and drive positive employee engagement.
  • Must be able to attend all shifts.
  • Strong client focus.
  • Demonstrated initiative in responding to urgent matters.
What we offer
  • Excellent compensation/benefits package.
  • Bonus and reward programs
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Programs supporting work life balance
  • Employee recognition program
  • Professional and personal development programs
  • Social events and spirit days
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.Recruitment Fraud - please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site. In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com) to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.Internal Job Posting Grade 11. The due date for internal applicants to apply for this role is Wednesday, March 13, 2024.Contract typePermanent

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