Human Resources Manager (Manufacturing)

Job summary

Lead the HR function for a precision manufacturing organization, overseeing employee relations, talent acquisition, and health and safety. The role involves managing a small HR team and advising leadership on HR strategy and employment legislation.

Job details

SCARBOROUGH, ON FULL-TIME | PERMANENT DAY SHIFT $100,000 - $120,000 + BENEFITS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LEAD HR FOR A HIGH-PERFORMANCE MANUFACTURING ORGANIZATION We're partnering with a growing precision manufacturing company serving world-class customers across aerospace, defence, medical device, robotics, transportation, and industrial markets. This is an opportunity for an experienced Human Resources professional to lead a broad HR function within a dynamic, non-unionized manufacturing environment. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, you'll oversee employee relations, talent acquisition, health & safety, workforce planning, compliance, and HR operations while leading a small HR team and helping shape the future of the organization. If you're a hands-on HR leader who enjoys being close to the business, visible on the plant floor, and actively involved in both strategy and execution, this role offers significant influence and long-term growth potential. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY JOIN? * Competitive salary of $100,000 - $120,000 * Direct reporting relationship to the VP of Operations * Opportunity to influence HR strategy and organizational growth * Leadership role with broad ownership and visibility * Stable, growing manufacturing organization * Collaborative leadership team * Comprehensive benefits package * Long-term career growth opportunities -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING HR LEADERSHIP & EMPLOYEE RELATIONS * Lead, coach, and develop the HR team * Serve as the primary resource for employee relations matters * Conduct investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and performance management activities * Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs * Support employee engagement and culture initiatives * Advise leaders and managers on HR best practices and employment legislation TALENT ACQUISITION & WORKFORCE PLANNING * Lead full-cycle recruitment across skilled trades, engineering, manufacturing, operations, and leadership positions * Develop sourcing strategies and external recruiting partnerships * Support workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives * Manage offer negotiations, compensation benchmarking, and recruitment metrics * Build talent pipelines for future growth HEALTH & SAFETY * Support workplace health and safety programs * Participate in incident investigations and corrective action planning * Manage WSIB claims and return-to-work programs * Collaborate with operational leaders to maintain a safe work environment * Support health and safety committee initiatives HR OPERATIONS & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT * Oversee HRIS and employee data management * Manage compensation and benefits administration * Support training and leadership development programs * Track HR metrics and provide reporting to senior leadership * Drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR REQUIRED * Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field * CHRP or CHRL designation (or actively pursuing) * 5+ years of progressive HR experience * Manufacturing, industrial, or production environment experience * Previous leadership or team management experience * Strong employee relations background * Full-cycle recruitment experience * Knowledge of ESA, OHSA, AODA, and Ontario Human Rights Code * Experience with HRIS systems and HR reporting STRONG ASSETS * ADP Workforce Now experience * Health & Safety experience * WSIB and Return-to-Work administration * AS9100 or ISO manufacturing environments * Controlled Goods experience * Work permits and LMIA exposure * Bilingual English/French -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IDEAL BACKGROUNDS Candidates from the following environments are strongly encouraged to apply: * Aerospace Manufacturing * Automotive Manufacturing * Precision Machining * Industrial Manufacturing * Contract Manufacturing * Medical Device Manufacturing * Advanced Manufacturing * Robotics & Automation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO WILL THRIVE HERE? * HR professionals who enjoy balancing strategy with hands-on execution * Leaders who are comfortable supporting both the plant floor and executive team * Individuals who thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments * HR Managers looking for broader influence and ownership -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- APPLY TODAY If you're an experienced HR leader looking to make a visible impact within a growing manufacturing organization, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Apply today to learn more.

What you’ll do

Lead the HR function for a precision manufacturing organization, overseeing employee relations, talent acquisition, and health and safety. The role involves managing a small HR team and advising leadership on HR strategy and employment legislation.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business and a CHRP/CHRL designation with over 5 years of progressive HR experience. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment and knowledge of Ontario employment laws (ESA, OHSA, AODA) are essential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Compliance · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Policy development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Employee Relations
• Talent Acquisition
• Health & Safety
• Workforce Planning
• Compliance
• HR Operations
• Performance Management
• Full-cycle Recruitment
• Compensation Benchmarking
• WSIB Administration
• HRIS Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Succession Planning
• Policy Development
• Leadership Development
• Employment Legislation

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing

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