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Regional HR Manager, Central

Posting ID: 27064 Job Title: Regular City: Mobile,AL, United States Location: Mobile Corporate Office - CSP Services

You possess a remarkable aptitude for relationship management, navigating through intricate interpersonal dynamics with finesse. Your deep understanding of policies, procedures, and integrity ensures that every decision and action is guided by ethical standards and organizational guidelines. With meticulous attention to detail, you leave no stone unturned, and your problem-solving skills shine through as you tackle complex challenges. You adeptly manage stress, adversity, and difficult situations and are eager to create a HR-monious and thriving work environment for all employees!

As theRegional HR Manager, you will report to the Senior Director, Human Resources. This pivotal position integrates you as an HR business partner supporting the strategic alignment of business objectives for all people related activities within our Wood Product Operations in the Central U.S region (Alabama, and Georgia), and the Fiber Procurement and Residuals business across all U.S regions.

A day in the life of the Regional HR Manager includes:

• Consultation and Advice: Provide guidance to HR Managers and Operations on company policies, employee relations, and human resources management.
• Compliance: Ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local laws relating to equal employment opportunity, unemployment compensation, and other employment-related legislation.
• Strategic HR Initiatives: Partner with the Senior Director of HR and other Regional HR Managers to drive business-critical HR initiatives, aligning programs, processes, and projects with strategic business objectives.
• Support and Leadership: Provide support to HR Managers and mill leadership within Central U.S. Operations and Fiber Procurement and Residuals across all U.S. regions.
• Project Management: Act as HR project manager for mill acquisitions and new mill openings, with a primary focus in 2024 and 2025.
• Training and Development: Partner with the corporate learning and development department to assist with developing and delivering training content for onboarding, leadership, and technical skills. Support the newly created Apprenticeship Maintenance program, Industrial Leadership Program, and other programs fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Performance and Talent Management: Support HR Managers and mill leadership with the annual performance review process, talent review process, and career development planning. Act as a talent ambassador for high-potential employees, focusing on creating opportunities to expedite the capabilities and growth of our most important asset: our people.
• Employee Relations: Provide HR advice and consultation on performance management, conflict management, and resolution.
• Safety and Compliance: Coordinate with the Safety Manager regarding workers' compensation, DOT, OSHA, and EPA compliance.
• Employment Activity: Facilitate all employment activity within the region in coordination with HR Managers, General Managers, and mill management.
• Leave and Ability Management: Support HR Managers and mill management in coordination with external vendors and the internal benefits department.
• Recruitment: Support the U.S. hourly recruitment model and work collaboratively with Talent Acquisition on salaried hiring.
• Meeting Participation: Prepare for and participate in formal meetings, including management, board, executive, Health and Safety Committee, and Employee Experience Team meetings.
• Record Keeping: Ensure HR Managers maintain impeccable records of employee data, benefits enrollment, and personnel transactions while managing complex employe relations matters with sensitivity and discretion.

For this role come equipped with:

• A post-secondary diploma/degree in relevant field
• 5+ years previous experience in human resources or in a leadership position where practical hands-on experience was obtained
• A demonstrated understanding of client service
• Demonstrated experience in successfully supporting multiple operating locations
• Solid understanding of the key principles ofemployment law,including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Experience in handling investigations and employee relations issues
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business documents including Profit and Loss statements, etc.

Ideally, you also possess a SHRM designation or have commitment to obtaining one, you have previous experience working in the forestry industry or manufacturing, along with familiarity with HR systems such as Kronos and SuccessFactors.

If you have excellent verbal andwritten communication skills coupled with the capacity to maintain composure in high-pressure scenarios, click that apply button today!

Don't check off every single bullet point?At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align to still apply!

At Canfor,we embrace diversity,valuing everyones unique qualities. We believe thatinclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.

Why Canfor?We're aglobal leader in low-carbon forest productslike lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, well-being, and growth. We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, andindustry-leading benefitsfor employees and their families.

Join us today, and together,we can build a sustainable future.