NICOLE D. BRIDEAU
905-***-**** acr5wh@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
An energetic Human Resources professional with over 17 years of experience, looking to make a valued contribution to a progressive Human Resources team and continue to develop my skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Stackpole International – Mississauga, ON 2013-Present
Human Resources Manager
Responsible for ensuring that the organization effectively develops and utilizes the full potential of the entire workforce to effectively and efficiently meet or surpass the Stackpole’s objective of becoming a better employer, better supplier, and a better investment.
Work with senior team to develop, implement and maintain company policy and procedures.
Coordinate all Human Resources activities, such as employment, compensation, employee relations, benefits and training.
Supervise department including Health & Safety Coordinator & Human Resources staff.
Ensure the Environmental Management System requirements are established, implemented, and maintained in accordance with ISO14001 Standard.
Monitor WSIB costs and modified work program.
Responsible for keeping up to date on new legislation regarding Health & Safety, Human Resources etc., and ensure company policies comply with provincial legislation.
Develop and maintain a Human Resources Information System that meets information needs.
Responsible for communicating with employees by way of the open door policy, general notices, quarterly employee meetings, and responding to employee concerns and suggestions.
Ensure wage comparisons and revisions are completed yearly to determine a competitive compensation plan.
Matcor Metal Fabrication, Matsu Automotive – Mississauga, ON 2012 - 2013
Human Resources Manager
Develops policy and directs and coordinates human resources activities such as employment, employee relations, benefits, training, Claims Management, Health and Safety and employee services
Multimatic Inc. - Inmet Division – Richmond Hill, ON 2008 – 2011
Human Resources Manager, Health, Safety & Environment
Reporting to the General Manager as a key member of the Management Team
Direct supervision/management of Human Resources Department
Assisting all employees in solving problems arising during employment and providing expert advice on employment legislation (Labour Relations, Employment Standards, Human Rights, etc.).
Analyzing employee relations performance indicators and utilizing the information in order to continually improve the positive employee practices of the division.
Actively participating in the development and implementation of policies and practices affecting all areas of employment.
Prepared a departmental operating budget annually and ensuring adherence by continually seeking and implementing cost cutting measures.
Certified Joint Health & Safety Management Co-Chair responsible for Health & Safety and environmental adherence plant wide. Management of WSIB claims and costs.
Involved in initial selection/interviewing candidates for employment and recommending suitable candidates to management for their consideration.
Faurecia Automotive Seating – Barrie and Bradford, ON 2005 - 2008
Human Resources/Employee Empowerment Coordinator
Train, coach, and facilitate the implementation of Employee Empowerment programs throughout the organization, including the development of tools, training modules, and procedures.
Act as a Cultural Change agent to facilitate the adoption of Faurecia cultures and values.
Analyze plant performance through audits and time spent on the production floor developing corrective actions with support of Management teams.
Recruitment of direct/indirect labour including Team Leaders
Health, Safety & Environment Core Team lead & member; JHSC Member
Back-up for Health & Safety related matters, WSIB Claims & Investigations
Employee Relations (Orientation & Onboarding, Disciplines, Terminations, Investigations, Performance Management, Employee Communications, Engagement)
Facilitate the organization Training Plan including training needs, development and research of training programs.
Faurecia University Trainer - Employee Empowerment Module, Canadian Facilities.
AGS Automotive Systems 1998 - 2005
Corporate Human Resources Coordinator – Scarborough, ON 1999 - 2005
Supervised receptionist position
Provide guidance to staff and plant HR departments on corporate policies and HR issues related to all aspects of employee relations.
Interpretation and administration of company-union collective agreement.
Main liaison with Payroll, Insurance Companies and Benefit Consultants (Canada/USA) between corporate, plant HR and individual employees.
Analytical responsibilities for Corporate Employee Relations i.e.: RRSP, DPSP, 401K, all medical benefits, EAP, tuition and training and recruitment.
Manage and ensure data integrity of the HRIS & HR Intranet (Canada/USA)
Manage HR administration for corporate employees in regards to salary increases, terminations, exit interviews, pensions, WSIB and benefits (LTD, Health, Dental, WI etc.), and vacation eligibility (Canada/USA), tuition Aid / training program in compliance with TS16949 quality standards
Manage service award and retention programs; provide recommendations on program enhancements.
Create internal/external job postings, manage on-line network job postings and confidential resume search databases, screen applications, reference checks, arrange interviews and prepare offer letters, orientation & on boarding.
AGS Automotive Systems 1998 – 1999
Human Resources Assistant – Oshawa, ON
Interpretation and administration of CAW company-union collective agreement.
Handle inquiries regarding all aspects of the Human Resources department.
Liaise directly with insurance carrier and other outside contacts.
Monitor vacations, disciplines, attendance management, manpower, grievances etc.
EDUCATION
Durham College, Oshawa, ON/Georgian College, Barrie, ON
Working towards Human Resource Management Post Graduate Diploma Program
Currently working towards C.H.R.P.
Durham College, Oshawa, ON
Law and Security Administration Diploma
Recipient of Presidents Honour Roll Achievement Award
G.L. Roberts C.V.I.
Graduated with O.S.S.D. and Ontario Academic Credits
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Durham Hospice, Palliative Care Volunteer 2009 - 2012
MS Walk, Bowmanville, ON, Registration Coordinator 2003 - 2005
Oshawa Terry Fox Run Committee Member 1990 - 2005
Girl Guides of Canada, ‘Sparks’ Leader 1995 - 2000
COMPUTER SKILLS
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
Highly proficient in the use of ADP’s HR Resource Partner, HR Odyssey & HR Perspective (USA), Ceridian Latitude
Time & Attendance Systems including – KRONOS, Ceridian InSync, ADP EZ Labour, AE, IDT & Datatrak
CERTIFICATES/ASSOCIATIONS
Member – HRPA
Certified Management Member – Joint Health & Safety Committee