Human Resources Manager

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 Coosa Pines, Alabama is seeking talent to fill the position of Human Resources Manager. This job is full-time and onsite.

Primary Purpose

To provide effective Human Resources services to the Coosa Pines Mill that enhance the organization’s value through its people.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Guide and support the people-management functions that drive our business results, including employee engagement, training and development processes.
• Manage all aspects of employee relations, including leadership of the labor management process.
• Lead recruitment and retention efforts that include talent management and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with all legal obligations pertaining to employment.
• Provide guidance and support for health, safety, environmental and quality strategies that ensure protection of employee and company property, safety, health environmental compliance and product quality.
• Guide efforts to improve employee communications and community relations.
• Manage operating budget and guide financial performance of the department.
• Manage site security services through third-party provider.
• Manage Worker’s compensation process, including the post-injury management procedures.
• Coach and counsel employees to promote maximum performance.

Knowledge and Experience 

• Minimum four-year degree in Human Resources or a related field.  Master’s degree in Industrial and Labor Relations preferred. 
• Manufacturing/Industrial experience required.
• At least 10 years of progressively increasing responsibility in the HR field, including experience in labor relations and track record in fostering labor-management collaboration.
• Demonstrated proficiency at achieving results and leading organizational change while adhering to stated Company values.
• Strong understanding of State and Federal employment law, including workers’ compensation.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities to meet short and long term objectives.
• Outstanding communication skills, including ability to quickly build rapport with all members of the organization.
• Solid analytical skills and the ability to quickly make sound decisions based on experience and judgment even when the information available is incomplete and/or you are under pressure;
• Project and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an education and employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and reference verifications. 

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.  

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