Human Resources Manager partnering with Ontario manufacturing plant leaders across recruitment, employee relations, payroll processes, and workforce metrics. Supporting 220 employees in a three-shift operation.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary HR partner to plant leadership and supervisors
Provide guidance on employee relations, investigations, discipline, and terminations
Support operational leaders with workforce planning and people strategies
Drive HR initiatives tied to safety, engagement, and operational KPIs
Manage high-volume recruitment based on operational needs, typically 5–20 hires at a time
Lead onboarding and orientation for new employees
Partner with supervisors to support hiring and retention practices
Manage employee data and HR processes within ADP Workforce Now
Process payroll-related changes, including position updates, schedule changes, and employee information updates
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate updates to payroll
Serve as a trusted HR advisor across all shifts
Conduct investigations and manage employee relations matters
Maintain visibility on the production floor and build relationships with employees and supervisors
Track and report workforce metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, and overtime
Contribute to HR KPI reporting alongside other HR leaders
Work closely with the Health & Safety team
Advocate for safe work practices across the operation
Requirements
Approximately 8–12 years of progressive HR experience
Strong experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience supporting multi-shift operations
ADP Workforce Now experience is required
Strong understanding of timecards and shift schedules
Strong understanding of payroll-related HR processes
Strong understanding of HR reporting and workforce metrics
Strong problem-solving ability and business acumen
Comfortable working directly with frontline supervisors and hourly employees
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational HR work
Confident addressing employee relations issues and investigations
CHRP designation is an asset, but not required
Benefits
Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive and accessible hiring practices
Accommodations available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process
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