HR Business Partner (1-Year Contract)

Company Overview

Welcome to EQI Canada (formerly Accucam Machining). EQI delivers supply chain certainty for global industrial equipment manufacturers. Our proprietary global production network of suppliers offers expansive capacity for producing line-ready metal components. EQI offers tailored solutions to meet the complex needs of your manufacturing process. We simplify your supply chain by bundling metal products with a broad range of engineering, logistics, and value-added services.

Position Overview

The HR Business Partner is responsible for supporting all human resources functions at the site level. This includes talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compliance, and HR strategy implementation. The role ensures alignment with corporate HR policies while addressing the unique needs of the site.

Duties and Responsibilities

• HR Support
  
  
  
  • Partner with site leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
  
  
  • Drive organizational change and culture initiatives.
  
  
  • Lead workforce planning and talent management efforts.
  
  
  
  


• Employee Relations & Engagement
  
  
  
  • Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution.
  
  
  • Handle employee relations issues, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
  
  
  • Implement employee engagement and retention strategies.
  
  
  
  


• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
  
  
  
  • Lead recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent.
  
  
  • Ensure effective onboarding and orientation programs.
  
  
  
  


• Performance Management
  
  
  
  • Support managers in setting goals, conducting evaluations, and managing performance.
  
  
  • Promote a culture of continuous feedback and development.
  
  
  
  


• Training & Development
  
  
  
  • Identify training needs and coordinate learning initiatives.
  
  
  • Support leadership development and succession planning.
  
  
  
  


• Compliance & HR Operations
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate HR records and reports.
  
  
  • Support payroll, benefits, and HRIS administration at the site level.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.


• Experience: 2+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environment is a plus.


• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. HR certification (e.g. CHRP) is desirable.
  

Compensation

• $75,000-$85,000/year annual salary
  
  

Work Environment & Travel:

The HR Business Partner will work in both office and plant environments, requiring regular presence on the production floor as well as in administrative settings at two facility locations in Cambridge, ON. Travel outside of Cambridge is not normally required.

Vacancy Type

This position is a current vacancy for a fixed 1-year maternity leave coverage.

AI Disclosure
EQI Canada does not use AI for screening, assessment or selection of candidates.

Accessibility

EQI welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available at all stages of the hiring process upon request.