Human Resource Business Partner

**Company Overview** RPS Composites Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of custom Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) and Composite Equipment. We also provide shared services to our related companies in Canada and the US. This opportunity provides a great opportunity to work in multiple industries, environments, and locations. We're always learning, growing and looking to get better together. **Summary** This role will serve as a strategic & operational business partner to Canadian manufacturing and Fire Group leaders and associates providing HR expertise and guidance. Developing timely and effective HR solutions that reflect business priorities, address needs and issues in the full range of HR activities/lifecycle. This role works effectively and collaboratively in delivering an exceptional experience for associates and HR program effectiveness. **Why Join RPS?** · Great place to grow as a professional – we’re diverse and growing, big but not too big · Great team culture · Challenging and interesting work in a welcoming and professional culture · Competitive group benefits program, your health and well-being matter to us · Profit sharing, when we win, you win! **Responsibilities** Works proactively with leaders to deliver on the business plan and goals Works closely with leaders and associates to identify and solve people issues whether that be to recruit, coach, performance manage, update policies, processes, succession plan, train, engage and create an environment where associates are highly engaged and creating a workplace of choice Collaborates with HR Director to align work with strategic direction of the organization; live our organizational values Manages HR activities throughout our associate's lifecycle Champions employee/labour relations Drives performance management Supports policy development and implementation Coordinate, facilitates training and development Ensures compliance Embraces continuous improvement **Requirements** (full description on our website) 7+ years proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role in a manufacturing and/or construction environment within unionized environments Strong understanding of all HR functions and activities Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to analyze data effectively to drive HR decisions Familiarity with ADP WFN or similar HRIS systems is preferred Demonstrated ability to influence and work proactivel Ability & willingness to travel to multiple locations as required (Kitchener, GTA-Vaughn, London) Highly organized with ability to focus to get things done, and adapt when needed Ability to coach & influence leaders and associates Demonstrates curiosity, seeks to understand the business and our associates to develop better solutions and be efficient and effective Capable of thriving in a dynamic environment (adaptable), can work with ambiguity and drive clarity and progress Working kn