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The HR Manager will lead all on-site human resources functions, acting as a strategic partner to plant leadership. Key duties include managing full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, health and safety compliance, and performance management within a manufacturing environment.

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HR Manager | Full-Time | Greater Hamilton Area Project XIII Staffing is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization in the Greater Hamilton Area to recruit an experienced HR Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturer with a strong commitment to quality, people-first culture, and continuous improvement. We're looking for individuals with a track record in HR leadership within a unionized or non-unionized manufacturing environment, who take pride in building strong workplace relationships and driving people strategy in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. The Opportunity As the HR Manager, you'll lead the full spectrum of human resources functions on-site, acting as a strategic partner to plant leadership. This role oversees talent acquisition, employee relations, health and safety compliance, and performance management within a technical manufacturing environment. You'll ensure HR practices align with organizational goals, support a positive and compliant workplace culture, and act as a trusted advisor to both leadership and employees. What You'll Do Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for hourly, salaried, and skilled trades positions. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, investigations, and disciplinary processes. Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute workforce planning and staffing strategies. Oversee performance management processes, including reviews, goal-setting, and development planning. Ensure compliance with employment legislation, health and safety regulations, and internal policies. Lead health and safety initiatives in partnership with the JHSC, supporting a strong safety culture. Manage compensation and benefits administration, including annual reviews and market benchmarking. Support and administer training and development programs across all levels of the organization. Maintain accurate HR records, metrics, and reporting for leadership review. Advise management on HR best practices, policy development, and organizational design. Lead engagement initiatives to support retention and a positive workplace culture. Manage labour relations matters, including grievance handling, if applicable to a unionized environment. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRL designation considered an asset. 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong knowledge of Ontario employment law, health and safety regulations, and HR best practices. Experience managing employee relations and investigations with sound judgment and discretion. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Working Environment On-site role based at the manufacturing facility, with regular presence on the production floor. Modern manufacturing organization located in the Greater Hamilton Area. Safety-focused workplace with a strong commitment to compliance. Opportunity to join a stable organization with long-term career potential. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established manufacturer that values its people, workplace culture, and continuous improvement. If you're looking to build your career with a growing organization that offers long-term stability and opportunities for development, we'd love to hear from you. To learn more or apply, contact a member of the team at Project XIII Staffing.

What you’ll do

The HR Manager will lead all on-site human resources functions, acting as a strategic partner to plant leadership. Key duties include managing full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, health and safety compliance, and performance management within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business and at least 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting. Strong knowledge of Ontario employment law and experience with employee relations investigations are required.

Listed skills

• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Talent Acquisition
• Employee Relations
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Performance Management
• Workforce Planning
• Employment Law
• Compensation and Benefits Administration
• Labour Relations
• Conflict Resolution
• HRIS
• Onboarding
• Organizational Design

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing