Robyn Gladstone
Guelph,Canada
Summary
Passionate and results driven HR Manager and community leader with over 18 years of extensive generalist experience. Consistently enhancing organizational performance through strategic talent management, employee relations, and compliance initiatives. Proven track record in optimizing HR processes, fostering a positive workplace culture, and delivering measurable, sustainable HR solutions. Adept at leading teams, promoting employee development, and ensuring legal compliance. Ready to drive your organization's success through effective HR leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
ARROW MACHINE & FABRICATION GROUP
Guelph , Canada
2023.12 - Current
- Lead and manage the HR department in Guelph, overseeing a team of 4 and helping to grow and develop them
- Part of team to develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy and helping to integrate HR practices after company mergers
- Responsible for all areas of Human Resources for manufacturing facility of 280 employees (performance management, training, culture initiatives, conflict resolution, workforce planning, and employee relations)
Manager, People & Culture
LINAMAR INNOVATION HUB, A Linamar Company
Guelph , Canada
2020.06 - 2023.12
- Responsible for implementing all HR policies and procedures at Linamar's newest facility
- Working with management team on creating and implementing culture initiatives and deliverables
- Responsible for all HR functions daily for 50 iHub staff and co-op students
- Full cycle recruitment to staff new facility from assemblers to engineers and supervisors including pre board, onboarding and beyond
- Management of Linamar Health Hub (gym and fitness centre) with over 1000 members in Guelph.
Human Resources Manager
ROCTEL Manufacturing/ LPP Manufacturing, A Linamar Company
2011.05 - 2020.06
- Responsible for leading the human resources department at each facility across all facets of human resources including training, benefits, employee relations, claims management, conflict resolution, strategy, payroll, performance management, and full cycle recruitment for all levels within the facility
- Part of 8 person multi-disciplinary management team responsible for the daily operations of the plant
- Led the corporate United Way Campaign for 7 years in support of UW Guelph
Human Resources Generalist
TRANSGEAR Manufacturing, A Linamar Company
2007.12 - 2010.05
- Recruitment & selection of entry to mid-level positions, manpower planning & forecasting, payroll & benefits administration, preparing and delivering training, employee relations, HRIS entry & maintenance of records/data, claims management, preparation of reports on a weekly, monthly, or as needed basis
- JHSC member.
Human Resources Assistant
LINAMAR Transmission /Driveline Group
2005.08 - 2007.12
- Collaboration with HR Managers and Generalists in 12 manufacturing facilities for various functions such as recruitment, training, succession planning, health & safety.
Training Coordinator for Offshore Oil Rigs
SHELL OIL
2004.12 - 2005.08
- Coordinated and scheduled training requirements for 12 offshore oil rigs in the North Sea
- Exam Invigilator.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resources Management
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON01.2005
Bachelor of Arts, Honours - Sociology
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON01.2003
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Builder
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Conflict Resolution
- Culture Advocate
- Leader
Volunteer Experience
- United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin, Board Director, 05/2021, Present
- United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin, HR Committee Chair, 09/2023, Present
- United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin, Women United, 01/2019, Present
- Guelph Gives, Committee Member, 08/2023, Present
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
ARROW MACHINE & FABRICATION GROUP
2023.12 - Current
Manager, People & Culture
LINAMAR INNOVATION HUB, A Linamar Company
2020.06 - 2023.12
Human Resources Manager
ROCTEL Manufacturing/ LPP Manufacturing, A Linamar Company
2011.05 - 2020.06
Human Resources Generalist
TRANSGEAR Manufacturing, A Linamar Company
2007.12 - 2010.05
Human Resources Assistant
LINAMAR Transmission /Driveline Group
2005.08 - 2007.12
Training Coordinator for Offshore Oil Rigs
SHELL OIL
2004.12 - 2005.08
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resources Management
Sheridan College
Bachelor of Arts, Honours - Sociology
University of Guelph
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