Description
Background:
At Weyerhaeuser, our focus is as much on building our people as building our business. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can flourish, diversities encouraged and communities supported. We are one of the premier integrated forest organizations in the world. At Weyerhaeuser we’re always looking for people who can contribute, grow, think and create! Our associates are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world.
The Edson facility is located in central Alberta. Edson has a population of 8,646 (2012 Municipal Census) and has a full range of recreational and cultural facilities. Edson is strategically located on Highway 16, the Trans Canada Yellowhead Route approximately 180 kilometers west of Edmonton and only a short hour drive to world famous Jasper National Park. For more information please see www.edson.ca
This position is part of the Mill HR & Payroll Team at the Edson oriented strand board mill and reports to the Mill Manager. The HR & Payroll Coordinator provides expertise and support hourly payroll, time keeping, HR and Office administration aspects of the Mill.
Key Functions:
- Support & role-model the unit’s safety program initiatives.
- Perform a wide variety of complex administrative assignments of a payroll nature, such as: analyzing accounts, records, reports, journal vouchers, ledgers & auditing payroll data for accuracy & completeness.
- Coordinate and monitor all aspects of the hourly payroll system, supporting the supervisors and interfacing with payroll contacts at the head office.
- Provide HR administrative support to include fielding basic benefits questions, providing selection and hiring support, assisting with on boarding and managing HR activities and projects as requested.
- Assist in the preparation & analysis of various reports.
- Participate in audits of the accounting and payroll system.
- Prepare materials for presentations or reports using various software applications such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
- Maintain records, research & gather data, and compose correspondence.
- Provides administrative & clerical support to the Unit Manager and HR Manager.
Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred:
- College coursework or Associates (2 year) degree with minimum three (3) years’ experience in a payroll and/or HR support position.
- Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing operation and in a unionized environment.
- Experience using Citrix, PeopleSoft and SAP programs.
- Experience supporting multiple managers.
- Ability to track & manage hourly payroll processes and related activities.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Ability to create databases, run reports and use queries for data retrieval.
- Strong organizational skills, strong sense of accuracy and eye for details.
- Team oriented, yet with the ability to work independently.
- Proven, pro-active problem solving approach with the ability to work in a fast paced environment while handling varying priorities.
- Capability to communicate & work successfully with all levels of the organization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work successfully with all levels of the organization.
- Strong initiative with the ability to work with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to role model safe practices and actively support the Unit’s safety, quality and production goals
About Wood Products:
We’ve been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.