Who we are: Ferroglobe is one of the world’s leading suppliers of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based specialty alloys and ferroalloys, serving a customer base across the globe in dynamic and fast-growing end markets, such as solar, automotive, consumer products, construction and energy.

Learn more about our Transformation Story here:

The Deputy People & Culture (P&C;) Manager will support the People & Culture (P&C;) Manager in executing the People & Culture roadmap at the plant level. The role ensures effective day‑to‑day P&C; operations, strong employee relations, compliance with Québec labor laws, and the deployment of initiatives that foster a safe, inclusive, and high‑performance culture aligned with business needs. This position requires a hands‑on approach, and experience supporting both hourly and salaried teams in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities People & Culture Strategy & Roadmap

Support the deployment of the People & Culture roadmap at plant level, covering culture, engagement, leadership, organizational capabilities, and compliance.

Translate business priorities into people initiatives that support operational performance and workforce sustainability.

Contribute to employee engagement and culture actions, ensuring alignment with corporate frameworks and local realities.

P&C; Operations & Compliance

Ensure smooth daily P&C; operations, including employee relations, staffing coordination, performance management processes, and payroll interfaces.

Support compliance with Québec labour laws, collective agreements (where applicable), internal policies, and audit requirements.

Assist with disciplinary processes, investigations, and grievance handling,



ensuring fairness, consistency, and documentation.

Systems, Data & Processes

Support and optimize P&C; systems and tools (e.g., Bob, payroll systems, time & attendance platforms).

Ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and timely reporting.

Promote user adoption and provide first‑level support to supervisors and employees for P&C; systems.

Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and employee experience.

Employee Relations & Advisory

Act as a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers on people topics such as engagement, attendance management, discipline, workforce planning, and performance.

Serve as a key relay between employees, supervisors, and the P&C; team, fostering open communication and positive labor relations.

Support conflict resolution, attendance management, and return‑to‑work processes.

Talent, Learning & Culture

Contribute to talent development initiatives, including onboarding, training coordination, skills development, and succession planning support.

Actively support health & safety initiatives, reinforcing a culture of prevention and employee well‑being.

Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect in day‑to‑day practices.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Partner closely with plant leadership,



Health & Safety, Finance, and Operations teams.

Support change management initiatives at site level.

Contribute to continuous improvement of P&C; practices, tools, and employee experience.

Compensation & Payroll Support

Administer corporate and local compensation programs and support annual wage and salary reviews.

Partner with payroll to ensure accurate employee data and timekeeping.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.

5+ years of progressive P&C; experience, preferably in a manufacturing or unionized environment.

Solid working knowledge of Quebec labour laws and employment standards, P&C; best practices, and regulatory compliance.

Experience supporting a manufacturing or industrial workforce.

Excellent communication, decision‑making, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to influence and work effectively at all organizational levels.

Preferred Competencies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Sound judgment and discretionAbility to balance operational demands with people‑centric decision‑making

Structured, detail‑oriented, and data‑driven

Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively

Ability to operate effectively in a quick‑paced, plant environment

Knowledge of HRIS systems and data-driven P&C; decision-making

Working Environment

Mainly office environment but on occasion (when needed) go into the plant

Occasionally wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection)

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