Job Summary
The Human Resources Generalist supports all day-to-day HR functions within a manufacturing plant environment. This role acts as a key liaison between employees, supervisors, and management, ensuring consistent application of HR policies, legislative compliance, and effective people practices. The HR Generalist plays a hands-on role in recruitment, employee relations, health and safety coordination, payroll support, performance management, and HR process improvement. This role will be key in fostering a positive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Workforce Support
- Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR-related inquiries and concerns.
- Provide guidance to supervisors on performance management, attendance management, and progressive discipline.
- Assist with workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
- Support onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes for hourly and salaried employees.
Recruitment & Talent Management
- Coordinate full-cycle recruitment for plant roles, including job postings, screening, interviews, and offers.
- Partner with hiring managers to assess workforce needs and staffing plans.
- Support succession planning and internal promotions where applicable.
HR Compliance & Policy Administration
- Ensure compliance with Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Human Rights Code, and company policies.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
- Assist with policy updates and communication to employees and leadership.
Health, Safety & Attendance
- Support joint health and safety initiatives in collaboration with plant leadership.
- Assist with incident reporting, WSIB claims, and return-to-work programs.
- Monitor attendance, support absence management, and track related metrics.
Payroll, Benefits & Administration
- Support payroll processing by ensuring accuracy of employee data, time and attendance records, and employment changes.
- Administer benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries.
- Support annual compensation reviews and bonus administration as required.
Training & Performance Management
- Coordinate training programs, including compliance, safety, and leadership development.
- Support the performance review process and employee development initiatives.
- Track training completion and certification requirements.
Continuous Improvement & Reporting
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and employee experience.
- Prepare HR reports and metrics for management, including turnover, absenteeism, and headcount.
- Support HR projects aligned with operational and business objectives.
Illustrative Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Time-to-fill for open manufacturing and support roles
- Employee turnover and retention rates
- Attendance and absenteeism trends and rates
- Compliance audit results (ESA, OHSA, internal policies)
- Accuracy and timeliness of HR documentation and payroll inputs
- Completion rates for mandatory training and safety programs
- Employee relations issue resolution timelines
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3–5 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Working knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and workplace safety requirements
- Experience supporting hourly workforces and shift-based operations
- CHRP designation (or working toward) is an asset
Note
· This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and is subject to change based on business needs.
· AI tools will be used to screen resumes and support throughout the process.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, or disability.
Accessibility and Accommodation Statement (AODA Compliant)
The Company is committed to providing accommodations in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Privacy Statement (Recruitment)
Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used solely for employment assessment purposes and handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including PIPEDA where applicable.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON L4W 4M6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- HRM(Manufacturing): 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
