HR Generalist

Who we are: Eaton's Milton, Ontario site is Eaton's largest manufacturing facility in Canada. Known for our large-scale custom electrical-build projects, we take pride in our highly engaged workforce, where we are focused on inclusion and celebrate diversity regularly through site engagement events. We are committed to powering Canadian infrastructure in an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient way and are looking to hire passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Eaton.

Our commitment: Eaton is not just about business; we are about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

What will you do?
• Support HR site engagement activities: Act as a co-leader of the Eaton Milton site engagement committee by helping plan, coordinate and execute on initiatives that align with key cultural elements, such as inclusion & diversity, wellness and community.
• Recruitment & Talent Management: Partner with HR team and site managers with attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, support performance review processes, and partner with production managers on skills matrix and cross-training. Partner with agency program to ensure effective management of contingent worker process.
• Conduct Training and Development: Maintain and update the site New Hire Orientation Program, evaluate and revise existing training programs, and deliver training initiatives.
• Provide Employee Relations Support: Aid in employee investigations, monitor attendance and initiate counseling sessions, manage Intern/Co-Op hiring and onboarding, and support local Inclusive Eaton Resource Groups.
• Ensure Compliance: Assist in ensuring compliance with HR legislation, monitor Early Safe Return to Work processes, and update HR-related bulletins and TV boards.
• HR Data, Metrics & Admin Duties: Track and leverage HR data and metrics, utilizing internal Talent Intelligence Platform to drive initiatives, report-out regularly, create PPT slides for all-employee meetings, etc. Assisting in running OT reports for semi-monthly payroll and Finance.

What will make you successful?

The successful candidate will have experience in Human Resources and knowledge of HR tools. They should be able to learn quickly and thrive in a dynamic environment.
They should have the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and influence continuous improvement in the site's HR processes, as well as the ability to maintain HR documentation.
It is also crucial for the successful candidate to be aligned with Eaton's values, including having a people-first mindset and valuing inclusion and diversity.

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• University degree or college diploma in Human Resources.
• Minimum of 2 years of human resources experience.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with no company sponsorship.
• Only candidates residing within an 80 km radius of Milton will be considered for this position. No moving (relocation) is offered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CHRP or in progress.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience planning site/work events.
• Experience promoting employee initiatives and open roles on social media.

Position Criteria:

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to learn and utilize digital tools to drive decision-making.
• Comfortable with public speaking.
• Willing to plan and assist in running site events related to inclusion and diversity, wellness, community and team building.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click Benefits at Eaton Canada / Avantages sociaux chez Eaton Canada for more detail. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.