HR Generalist

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here.Job Description:About RyderFor almost 100 years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions that enhance the way they do business. Building and maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few companies can spare. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions.We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.About the Job:Type: Full time/PermanentWage:  $65,000 - $70,000Shifts: Sunday - Wednesday 1:00pm - 11:00pm - Position is fully OnsiteLocation: Winnipeg, MBWhy Ryder? 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hireExcellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stockA safe, friendly and respectful work environmentRecognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025SummaryThis is an HR generalist role that is both tactical and strategic, focused on maximizing employee engagement and development. These roles are located in larger warehouse locations and/or high density geographical areas. They are high-touch and customer focused roles, and require the onsite HR generalist to partner heavily with operations to support our employees. This Onsite HR partner understands everything from employee relations to performance management, talent management to succession planning and employee engagement and legislative compliance. They are business partners to the warehouse management teams in all areas of the employee life cycle. Essential FunctionsWorks closely with HRBP on executing/implementing HR strategy for the location with a focus on employee engagement and retention. Support HRBP in providing managers with the tools and training to optimize their performanceResponsible for providing HR support to location leadership on day-today issues and larger initiatives. Includes training, coaching and development topics.Works as intermediary with HRES/Employee Relations and location management on recommendations/guidance regarding HR matters. Including submitting tickets into MyRyder when needed.Responsible for supporting managers on all activities related to hiring, termination and other employee data and job changes. Including entering data into Workday/MyRyder. Ensure all new employees are effectively onboarded and trainedConduct proactive employee relations by a variety of means; pulse surveys, 1:1s, etc. Lead employee relations activities, which include coaching and some support during the investigations. As applicable, collaborate with Business Agents to resolve grievances and other local mattersUtilize analytics, expertise and workforce trends to influence decisions that drive and improve organizational processes and programs (pulse on trends in the building; what is working and what is not; pivot quickly and provide analysis to show trends/changes/improvement)Support Labor Relations team and HRBP on priorities for successful union negotiations, prepare and contribute key HR data to ensure successful outcomes within the collective bargaining agreement. Partner with Labor Relations team to implement components of the labor strategy, including conducting risk assessments, facilitating positive employee relations training, and drafting action plans to address concernsCommunicate, interpret and consistently apply policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all Human Resource processes (audit completion of compliance training). Consult with HRES/Compliance on the interpretation of policies and proceduresWork with the operations team to identify, create and implement innovative solutions to improve employee retentionCollaborate with the recruiting team to ensure we fill roles in a timely manner, with the best talent possible. Work with recruiting and the operations team to create a Staffing Plan based on growth, workforce planning and analyticsCoordinate development programs such as FLP and LMTCollaborate with HRES/Compliance on ensuring legislative compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including conducting compliance reviews at location level (Wage & hour, etc.) as directed.Additional ResponsibilitiesChampion HR technology adoption at the location (Workday/MyRyder)Work with the agency partners, when neededRun a hiring event and partner with local schools, when neededSupport a diverse and inclusive workplacePerforms other duties as assigned.Skills and AbilitiesAttention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and efficiency in responding to written messages through a computer system, RequiredAbility to manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments. , RequiredAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers and HR teams, RequiredStrong conflict resolution skills and ability to remain impartial during investigations, RequiredProfessional and enthusiastic, with a pleasant telephone manner, RequiredEffective active listening skills required with ability to probe to ensure appropriate resolution, RequiredStrong communication, organization, time management skills, and functional expertise (e.g. benefits, compensation), RequiredTime management, RequiredAbility to upskill and train on technology and functional aspects of case management systems, RequiredExcellent collaboration and team building skills , RequiredQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Business administration with HR concentration or related field, or additional 4 years of required experience, Requ