HR Advisor

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Owensboro, KY, is seeking talent to fill the position of HR Advisor.

The HR Advisor partners with corporate and site leadership to grow the organizational culture to an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes safety, empowerment, quality, productivity, and standards by goal attainment. Ensure site is aligned with Corporate HR initiatives. Works collaboratively with the other HR Advisors to deliver consistent, comprehensive programs aimed at enhancing employee engagement; learning & development; and talent management.

• Partner with plant manager and others in providing assistance to promote increased employee performance and organizational development. Evaluate programs and practices to ensure they remain consistent with plant and HR goals and objectives.

• Develops, coordinates & implements lifecycle recruiting including advertising, interviewing, drug testing, new hire paperwork, and new hire orientation.

• Develop, update, and support local site policies and maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times. Policies include Collective Bargaining Agreement, Human Resources, Policies and Procedures.

• Training of all team members including employee and supervisory developmental classes. Training includes new hire orientation, supervisory/team lead orientation, HR & Corporate support-based training.

• Abide by all state and federal laws and guidelines including understanding of FLSA, FMLA, ADA, National Labor/Employee Relations Act and working knowledge of OSHA. Provide support to all employees for Benefits and Leave of Absence. Administer leave of absence programs and provide guidance to employees and management for all federal and state leave.

• Perform general Labor Relations on a daily basis.

• Responsible for understanding, interpretation and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.

• Grievance Processing including investigation, responding to and meeting with Union representatives on disputes.

• Participating in Quarterly Labor Management Meetings.

• Drafting proposed disciplinary and administrative actions such as proposed suspensions, suspension decisions, reprimands, and performance-based actions.

• Day-to-day operational employee relations support including counseling managers on basic employee relations.

• Administrator of Policies and Procedures and the collective bargaining agreement.

• Be an advocate for site specific and corporate-wide activities that enhance employee engagement. Provide direction and support for the wellness committee.

• Partner with Corporate HR to lead key HR initiatives across local site in the areas of Compensation; Policy and Procedure Administration; Talent Management; and Training & Development.

• Lead staffing activities to identify employees, matching the plant’s needs and core values. Oversee HR administration. Explore, implement, and oversee organizational changes. Maintain a positive work environment. Establish communication methods and employee involvement programs.

• Successfully complete all other duties and assigned projects necessary to support plant operations.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Human Resources and/or Labor Relations

Experience:
5-7 years of Human Resources Generalist/Labor Relations experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Key Competencies:

Proven working knowledge of current Human Resources practices & techniques, and proven ability to effectively apply them in the workplace.

Basic experience with an ATS system, running I-9 verifications, and ordering background & drug screens.

Advanced proficiencies in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); Ability to work effectively both independently, collaboratively, and cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Strong analytical skills and timely decision-making ability.

Good communicator at all levels of organization to include listening, writing, and presenting.

Self-sufficient, results-oriented with a commitment to quality, service, and customer satisfaction.

Ability to influence and coach.

Strong conflict resolution and performance management skills.

Open-minded and outside of the box thinker.

Demonstrated commitment to work within and create a safe and healthy work environment.

Friendly, positive demeanor and professional image.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.