HR Assistant

Riverdale is looking to add an HR Assistant to our Kick-Ass, Growing Team!

Why Riverdale Poultry?

• We are experiencing transformational growth! This is because we are the leading live haul poultry transportation and poultry service company in Canada. Our customers know us for being innovative/tech-forward, providing best-in-class service, and having amazing, long-term employees.
• Riverdale exists to "FEED THE COUNTRY", a purpose we have been proud of for 65+ years!
• We deliver a critical service to major poultry processors, and we live by our core values:
  • Get it Done Right: We get the job done. The right way. Probably the hard way.
  • Learn to Improve: We have always focused on perfecting our craft. Each day is an opportunity to learn and push the yardstick
  • Accountability to All: We are accountable to all stakeholders - our team, customers, growers, animals, industry partners, and our communities
  • Kick Ass and Have Fun! We do whatever it takes to win, but never compromise safety, animal welfare, integrity, or our values
• Reporting to the Human Resources Director, this role is based in Kitchener, ON, and offers a combination of salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. The HR Assistant will play a critical role in supporting the HR functions of the RPS branch, particularly for Spanish-speaking Providers.
• This role involves providing administrative support, managing onboarding and requalification training, maintaining HR systems, and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements for RPS and RPE. Additionally, the HR Assistant will support Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) by coordinating their travel, documentation, and overall integration into the workplace.

Job Duties:

• Click here to see the Job Scorecard for this role. It shows the Job Duties, the Key Skills and Experience required for the role, the Measurable Accountabilities (how your performance will be assessed), and the Behavioral Competencies that will help you be successful in the role.

What You Bring to the Role

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, or a Business-related discipline OR Relevant Experience
• Impeccable organizational skills
• Experience in a role where attention to detail was critical
• Strong communication and listening skills with the ability to interpret and convey ideas/concepts clearly and concisely (both written and verbal)
• Strong technical skills
• Comfortable working with others in a cohesive team environment
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Valid G Class License and access to a car

• We provide ongoing investment in our people, tools, and systems. We want you to stay and grow with us!
• We think differently, dare to be great, and insist on having fun - always
• Our employees are empowered to share ideas and participate in decision-making
• We are very data-focused and use a series of cutting-edge technologies throughout all areas of our business
• Fully paid benefits @ 3 months
• RRSP Matching Program @ 12 months
• Performance-based bonus program

Upon request, Riverdale Poultry will provide accommodation to a job applicant with a disability during its recruitment process. If you require accommodation during this process please contact Human Resources (226-972-6625 / hr@riverdalepoultry.ca)

Thank you for your interest with Riverdale Poultry. Only selected applicants will be contacted.