At RDJ Bakeries, we are a well-established leader in the cracker manufacturing industry, recognized across Canada and globally for our exceptional quality products. Our diverse team reflects our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued, and our shared passion for excellence and innovation drives everything we do—from our state-of-the-art production processes to our collaborative culture.

Apply now to the HR Representative (Afternoon Shift) position on our growing Human Resources team and be a part of our exciting journey!

Job purpose

Provide HR and administrative support to employees during their shift.

Duties and Responsibilities

The associate’s primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:

• Greet and welcome the new employees (operations) as soon as they arrive to the plant.
• Conduct and perform new hire orientation and onboarding sessions, with safety tour as priority.
• Assign the lockers to the new employees.
• Ensure employees enrollments on ADP.
• Take daily employee attendance during the shift.
• Administer the time and attendance on ADP.
• Update Crew list daily.
• Arrange employees (operations) coverages when needed.
• Communicate with agencies for employees (operations)coverages.
• Process and communicate documentation related to personnel attendance and performance.
• Prepare weekly and monthly shift reports.
• Conduct monthly performance evaluation for employees.
• Ensure effective usage of various HR forms.
• Enforce safety rules and company policies during the shift.
• Report and investigate the workplace incident.
• Properly handle the WSIB policy in your shift.
• Update the trackers related to the list of people on LOA, maternity, list of temporary associates, etc.
• Manage effective inter-departmental and intra-departmental communication.
• Process disciplinary procedure with employees not adhering to workplace compliance.
• Assist employees process requests for documents (Employee Reference Letters, employment letter, Shift Transfers, etc.)
• Assist with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties in your shift.
• Serve as Fire Safety Team Member
• Perform other assigned duties.
• Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment, payroll, and/or benefit administration an asset.
• Good understanding knowledge of human resources principles, best practices, and applicable HR legislation
• Advanced computer skills including experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office products
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Customer service attitude.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources (preferred).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Working conditions

• Always work indoors.
• Compliant with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting and temperature.

Physical requirements

• Sitting involved.
• May repeat the same movement.
• Typing involved.

What’s in it for you?

At RDJ Bakeries, we truly care about our employees and are committed to their well-being and growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Prescription/Drug Coverage
• Extended Health Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time

Additional perks to support your work-life balance and personal development:

• Work Life Balance
• PTO to Commemorate Your Work Anniversary
• Employee Engagement Events
• Recognition Programs & Employee Awards
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance
• Free ESL Classes
• Onsite Gym
• And Much More: Explore additional benefits designed to enhance your experience and support your career growth.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), RDJ Bakeries LTD will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Personal Information Protection and Electronics Document Act.

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