HR Manager

This role will be reporting to the Mill General Manager. The Human Resources Manager is responsible for the full life cycle of employee relations including talent acquisition, HRIS, performance management, and maintaining an effective people management system that supports a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Act as a self‑starter with solid knowledge of Human Resources and employee relations principles.
• Foster and encourage a culture where continuous improvement in safety is a priority for all employees.
• Apply an in‑depth knowledge of employment laws to protect the interests of all stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a proven track record of fostering respectful employee relations and using good judgment to assess and resolve employee issues.
• Write and communicate employee training materials effectively.
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with all employees while maintaining a high degree of integrity.
• Exhibit superior interpersonal skills and adapt to a variety of situations.
• Identify potential problems, recommend solutions, and provide coaching and consulting as needed.
• Focus on continuous improvement and consistency of HR practices and processes, including post‑offer screening, HRIS, payroll, recordkeeping, exit interviews, and the reporting and improvement of HR metrics such as turnover, diversity, workforce forecasting, and similar performance indicators.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects, drive to completion, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration or Management with an emphasis in Human Resources, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• A SHRM‑S/CP or S/PHR designation and a minimum of five years of HR experience, primarily in generalist and manager roles in an industrial environment.
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, climb stairs, bend, lift up to 20 pounds, and climb ladders.
• Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures, including performing safety observations.
• Communicate effectively with all team members and support our team culture.
• Completion of a pre‑employment background check, drug screen test, and physical assessment is required.

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On‑the‑job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug‑Free Workplace (DFW).