Regional HR Manager

The primary responsibility of this position is to strategically partner with various business managers and provide top-notch timely guidance regarding human resource matters.

What you'll do:

• Provide direct HR support to an assigned region of Lumber or OSB mills to include traveling to the sites up to 50%
• Determine root causes of turnover by conducting interviews, and developing plans to reduce turnover
• Partner with local mill HR resources to optimize recruiting & retention for hourly talent
• Mentor and onboard local HR resources
• Ensure compliance with all West Fraser policies and procedures
• Assist in employee relations issues, including investigations, discipline and grievances 
• Assist with training in the region and support program and policy rollouts
• Temporarily backfill local mill HR resources as needed 
• Work closely and collaboratively with all the Region GM and the Mill GMs
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state & local employment laws and regulations
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications you will need:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field
• 5 or more years as a HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or HR Manager experience
• 2 or more years of experience in either a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Must be able to travel up to 50% via car and air when required
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills

What we offer!

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process.  Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site.  No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe.  We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development.  The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)

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