Jobs in Mississauga, ON

Job summary

The People & Culture Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to the manufacturing team, managing performance, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness. They will also oversee health and safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement corporate HR programs to support business goals.

Job details

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.

What you’ll do

The People & Culture Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to the manufacturing team, managing performance, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness. They will also oversee health and safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement corporate HR programs to support business goals.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a diploma or degree in Human Resources or a related field, along with 5-8 years of progressive HR experience. Proven expertise in a manufacturing environment, knowledge of Ontario employment legislation, and proficiency in HRIS systems are required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Paramedical coverage
• Retirement savings program
• Employer matching
• Paid vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible hybrid work model

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic HR advisory
• Workforce planning
• HR metrics
• Performance management
• Employee relations
• Conflict resolution
• Health and safety
• Change management
• Compliance
• Recruitment
• Applicant tracking systems
• Ceridian Dayforce
• Learning management systems
• Data analysis
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Program Implementation
• Circular Manufacturing
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Employee Relations
• Workforce Trends
• Constructive Feedback
• Workflow Management
• Talent Management
• Talent Sourcing
• Goal Setting
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Business Administration
• Management
• Certified Human Resources Professional
• Change Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Learning Management Systems
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Performance Management
• English Language
• Warehousing
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Legislation
• Medical Prescription
• Microsoft Office
• Organizational Development
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Policy Governance
• Regulatory Requirements
• Retirement Planning
• Workforce Planning
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• People and Culture Business Partner
• Human Resources Business Partner
• Human Resource Managers
• Human Resources Managers