Human Resources Generalist I

Job Summary: Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role on the plant team by ensuring HR programs and initiatives meet employee and business objectives for a diverse group including salary and unionized hourly staff. The position provides guidance to employees and responds to a variety of Human Resources related questions, including administration and interpretation of the CBA. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for end to end support of assigned client groups, comprised of hourly and Operations leadership. Sound understanding of the Collective Agreement, including the interpretation and application of the grievance process, ensuring that employee-related issues are properly addressed and resolved. Leads investigations and makes recommendations in the resolution of sensitive issues, ensuring discretion, continuity and consistency with practices, policies, the terms of the Collective Agreement and Sofina objectives. Acts as an advisor to operational leaders on the administration of the collective agreement. Administers the Attendance Management Programs to ensure consistent application and timely response. Supports H&S and operational leaders on non-occupational, disability or medical leaves including regular follow-up to the employee and providing updates to supervisors of return to work. Coach operational leaders and provide recommendations or resolutions to employee concerns. Maintains a presence on the plant floor to engage and connect with employees across various shifts. Organize training sessions and employee engagement activities as required. Act as liaison for employee benefits, payroll inquiries and preparation of job reference letters, ensuring timely follow up. Assists with HR audits, employee record keeping and timely reporting within the HRIS systems. Identify, prepare and deliver training/communications to supervisors and management on various topics. Supports the operation by reporting on location based KPIs. Provide support to the plant recruitment, retention and engagement activities, both hourly and salary. Provide administrative support as required. Requirements: Diploma or Certificate in Human Resource Management or equivalent experience in Human Resources, holding a CHRP designation a strong asset 3–5+ years’ experience in HR generalist role. Experience in a manufacturing or unionized environment a plus. Excellent communication, conflict resolution and analytical skills. Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Kronos. Strong organizational skills – ability to prioritize, plan and execute; Entrepreneurial spirit – ability to take ownership of assigned client groups. Self-motivated, strong hands-on work ethic. Hiring Range: Hiring Range: CAD $56,523 - $75,458 Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus up to 7% of base salary subject to the plan terms and conditions. Please note that the expected hiring range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sofina. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, skillset of the candidate and internal equity. This position is currently an active vacancy.

The Human Resources Generalist provides end-to-end HR support for plant operations, including interpreting the Collective Agreement and managing employee relations. They also lead investigations, administer attendance programs, and facilitate training and engagement initiatives across the facility.

Candidates must have 3-5+ years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing or unionized environment. A diploma or certificate in Human Resource Management is required, and a CHRP designation is considered a strong asset.

• Bonus

• CommunicationPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Human Resources
• Collective Agreement Administration
• Grievance Process
• Investigations
• Attendance Management
• Disability Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Kronos
• Employee Engagement
• Recruitment
• Retention
• HRIS
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Administrative Support
• Record Keeping
• Business Objectives
• UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
• Strong Work Ethic
• Self-Motivation
• Microsoft Excel
• Auditing
• Management
• Certified Human Resources Professional
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Leadership
• Human Resource Management
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Microsoft Outlook
• Operations
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Investigation
• Prioritization

• Human Resources
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Human Resources Generalist
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Human Resources Specialists

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week