Human Resources Business Partner

The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them! 

 

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges. 

 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Benefits: 

• Compensation: $72,000-$99,000 CAD per year 
• Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus 
• 5% RRSP match 
• Stock purchase plan 
• Starting 3 weeks of vacation 
• Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account 
• Half-Day Fridays 
• Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities. 
• A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation. 

Job Description

This position reports to the Director, Human Resources. This individual will provide human resources support for specific client groups and disciplines within the Life Sciences division in Cambridge, Ontario. 

MAJOR DUTIES:  

• Provides Human Resources expertise, support, and guidance to assigned divisional leaders and their teams in the areas of workforce planning, recruitment, talent management, employee relations, organization design and restructuring, performance management, compensation planning, employee engagement, retention, and employee/leader development.
• Proactively partner with the business to understand critical business priorities and provide advice and guidance regarding HR implications.
• With support of their manager, recommend, develop, and administer human resources policies, procedures, and programs in support of business initiatives ensuring compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and best practices. 
• Maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:  

This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following: 

Business Partnership: 

• Understand the critical objectives of the business and partner with the greater HR network to help influence the culture, create a positive employee experience, and champion relevant organizational changes and initiatives.  
• Support complex employee matters 

Recruitment and Onboarding:  

• Actively involved in developing hiring plans in collaboration with business leaders. 
• Supporting the recruitment and onboarding activities of top talent including co-ops, interns, apprentices, full-time employees and contractors. 
• Partner with leaders to ensure new hires are properly on boarded.

Performance Management and Employee Relations:  

• Manage and facilitate the annual performance management cycle including supporting leaders in the development/establishment of annual goals, training new hires and leaders and facilitating calibration sessions 
• Identify, evaluate and resolve employee relations issues that foster collaboration and improved performance. 
• Participate and/or lead any progressive disciplinary actions, terminations, restructuring and change management activities. 

Talent Management and Employee Development:  

• Coach and advise leaders on talent management best practices related to attracting, developing and retaining employees. 
• Partner with the business and employees to define and develop career development plans, establish and maintain succession plans and foster and promote internal mobility. 

Compensation and Benefits:  

• Administer the annual compensation review process within the guidelines of the annual performance review cycle.
• Recommend and develop the business case for compensation adjustments as required. 
• Partner with the business leaders and HR leadership to establish pay scale guidelines. 
• Assist employees by providing clarification on complex benefits claims and supporting and facilitating any claims management and return to work activities. 

Functional Enhancements:  

• Contribute to continuous improvement ideas to enhance HR tools and processes and be an active participant in global ATS HR initiatives. 

Additional Responsibilities:

 

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to employees and leaders on HR programs, practices, policies, legislation and regulatory requirements. 
• Support the management of illness or disability of employees related to either an occupational or a non-occupational absence and supporting the business with the development of RTW plans, accommodation, and injury/illness reporting. 
• Provide leadership, mentor and direct the daily activities of junior team members as needed. 
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset related to health and safety, employee wellness offerings and environmental initiatives.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within all HR systems.
• Support and prepare for regular internal and external audits of HR processes and policies. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: 

• A post-secondary degree specializing in human resources or equivalent and completion or in pursuit of the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation. 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:  

• Requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist capacity preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Knowledge and experience across a broad range of HR disciplines including recruitment and selection, compensation practices, employee relations, performance management and practical knowledge and experience in the application of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) or local employment standards legislation.
• Ability to have difficult conversations with employees. 
• Customer focused with proven relationship building strengths. 
• Strong business acumen and analytic capability to identify and diagnose pressing business challenges. 
• Financial acumen, competent in understanding financial statements and the overall financial health of the business.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to write clear, concise and compelling messaging. 
• A self-starter with the ability to successfully manage multiple demands while continuing to be strategically focused. 
• Proven ability to work closely with leaders to support the resolution of employee issues. 
• Demonstrated ability to invite diverse perspectives, promote an inclusive work environment and support workforce diversity 
• Experience with Microsoft 365 platform including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Word.
• Experience working as an HR representative in an ISO certificated facility considered an asset 

HEALTH AND SAFETY 

Managers are responsible for creating a positive safety culture and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. 

Ensure that employees receive regular training regarding health, safety and environmental matters. 

Accountable to ensure that HSE matters are addressed in a timely manner and that compliance with both legislative and corporate requirements are maintained. 

Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment compliance 

Hold team members accountable for health, safety and environmental compliance as part of the annual performance review process 

Ensure that the requirements of the health, safety and environment management system are implemented and maintained 

Carry out hazard assessments, inspections, and audits as required by legislative framework and/or corporate requirements 

Ensure that training is provided to all departmental employees are per established training matrix 

Implement appropriate corrective measures for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts 

Ensure that appropriate equipment, materials, and protective devices are provided and maintained in safe condition 

Provide information, instruction, and supervision to employees 

Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of employees 

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply

 

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team: 

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.

 

What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030! 

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS! 

 
We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 5% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program 

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

A place to BELONG: We celebrate our uniqueness and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that unique experiences are essential for our success and innovation.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

 

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary .

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.