People & Culture Business Partner

• Strategic HR Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to the manufacturing team and management, providing guidance on HR matters and partnering with HR leadership to develop and execute strategies that support corporate goals.
  
  


• Workforce Planning & Analytics: Analyze workforce trends (turnover, engagement scores, retention) and utilize HR metrics to diagnose challenges, assess organizational effectiveness, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
  
  


• Performance & Talent Management: Lead performance management workflows, including goal setting, reviews, and constructive feedback; partner with learning & development to support career progression and skill enhancement.
  
  


• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Provide guidance and counsel to employees and managers on employee relations issues, manage conflict resolution processes, and handle sensitive situations to promote a positive, inclusive workplace.
  
  


• Health, Safety & Plant Presence: Conduct structured on-site visits to manufacturing, warehouse, and sample room facilities; support workplace safety standards, participate in safety initiatives/JHSC activities, and adhere to all safety protocols.
  
  


• Program Implementation & Change Management: Implement corporate-wide HR programs (compensation & benefits, wellness, DEI, training); support leadership through organizational transitions and change management adoption.
  
  


• Compliance & Policy Governance: Ensure HR practices align with legal and regulatory requirements, including the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), workplace safety standards (OHSA), and anti-discrimination policies (Human Rights Code, AODA).
  
  


• General HR Support: Perform other reasonable assignments and projects as directed by the People & Culture Director or designates.
  
  

Requirements

• Education: Community College diploma or University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CHRP/CHRL designation is an asset.
  
  


• Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a business partner capacity in a manufacturing environment and proven experience managing Health and Safety
  
  


• Employee Relations & Talent Management: Proven experience in organizational development, employee relations, conflict resolution, facilitation, and talent management.
  
  


• Recruitment Expertise: Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, candidate sourcing strategies, and experience utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
  
  


• Health & Safety Awareness: Working knowledge of Ontario employment and workplace safety legislation (OHSA), with familiarity supporting plant/operational environments.
  
  


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS systems (Ceridian Dayforce preferred), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and reward/recognition applications.
  
  


• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to write routine reports, present effectively before groups, and facilitate training.
  
  


• Analytical & Interpersonal Strengths: Results-oriented mindset with strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal capabilities.
  
  

Benefits

What You Can Expect

• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer-paid health, dental, vision, prescription, and paramedical coverage.
  
  


• Retirement Planning: Company-sponsored retirement savings program with employer matching.
  
  


• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid vacation entitlement, personal days, and a flexible hybrid work model.
  
  


• Professional Growth: A high-impact business partner role with exposure across diverse business functions in a growing international company.
  
  


• Purpose-Driven Culture: Pride in working with an industry leader in sustainability and circular manufacturing that diverts millions of pounds of waste from landfills each year.