At a Glance
- Tasks: Support P&C operations, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance with labour laws.
- Company: Join Ferroglobe, a leader in silicon metal and specialty alloys.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace culture and employee well-being in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 5+ years of P&C experience.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Ferroglobe is one of the world’s leading suppliers of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based specialty alloys and ferroalloys, serving a customer base across the globe in dynamic and fast-growing end markets, such as solar, automotive, consumer products, construction and energy.
The Deputy People & Culture (P&C) Manager will support the People & Culture (P&C) Manager in executing the People & Culture roadmap at the plant level. The role ensures effective day-to-day P&C operations, strong employee relations, compliance with Québec labor laws, and the deployment of initiatives that foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture aligned with business needs. This position requires a hands-on approach, and experience supporting both hourly and salaried teams in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the deployment of the People & Culture roadmap at plant level, covering culture, engagement, leadership, organizational capabilities, and compliance.
- Translate business priorities into people initiatives that support operational performance and workforce sustainability.
- Contribute to employee engagement and culture actions, ensuring alignment with corporate frameworks and local realities.
- Ensure smooth daily P&C operations, including employee relations, staffing coordination, performance management processes, and payroll interfaces.
- Support compliance with Québec labour laws, collective agreements (where applicable), internal policies, and audit requirements.
- Assist with disciplinary processes, investigations, and grievance handling, ensuring fairness, consistency, and documentation.
- Support and optimize P&C systems and tools (e.g., Bob, payroll systems, time & attendance platforms).
- Ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and timely reporting.
- Promote user adoption and provide first-level support to supervisors and employees for P&C systems.
- Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
- Act as a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers on people topics such as engagement, attendance management, discipline, workforce planning, and performance.
- Serve as a key relay between employees, supervisors, and the P&C team, fostering open communication and positive labor relations.
- Support conflict resolution, attendance management, and return-to-work processes.
- Contribute to talent development initiatives, including onboarding, training coordination, skills development, and succession planning support.
- Actively support health & safety initiatives, reinforcing a culture of prevention and employee well-being.
- Partner closely with plant leadership, Health & Safety, Finance, and Operations teams.
- Support change management initiatives at site level.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of P&C practices, tools, and employee experience.
- Administer corporate and local compensation programs and support annual wage and salary reviews.
- Partner with payroll to ensure accurate employee data and timekeeping.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of progressive P&C experience, preferably in a manufacturing or unionized environment.
- Solid working knowledge of Quebec labour laws and employment standards, P&C best practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience supporting a manufacturing or industrial workforce.
- Excellent communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and work effectively at all organizational levels.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Sound judgment and discretion.
- Ability to balance operational demands with people-centric decision-making.
- Structured, detail-oriented, and data-driven.
- Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, plant environment.
- Knowledge of HRIS systems and data-driven P&C decision-making.
- Mainly office environment but on occasion (when needed) go into the plant.
- Occasionally wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection).
P&C Plant Senior Specialist in Drummondville employer: FERROGLOBE USA METALLURGICAL INC
Ferroglobe is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth in the vibrant community of Bécancour, QC. With a strong focus on operational excellence and compliance, we foster a collaborative work culture where every team member's voice is valued, and opportunities for advancement are abundant. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive environment that champions safety and inclusivity.
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