Human Resources Manager - MC2

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated, people -focused Human Resource Manager to support our manufacturing operations in Breslau, ON. This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a small-company environment and enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on execution.

The Human Resource Manager will oversee all HR functions, supporting both hourly and salaried employees while ensuring compliance with Labour legislation, promoting a safe workplace, and fostering a positive, high-performing culture. This position partners closely with leadership to align people practices with operational and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Employee relations & Workforce support 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace matters.
• Foster positive employee relations and resolve conflicts in a fair, consistent and timely manner.
• Partner with leadership to support workplace planning and performance management initiatives.
• Lead workplace investigations and ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices.
• Develop, analyze and report on HR metrics (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, safety reports) to identify trends and recommend improvement strategies.
• Manage employee terminations and offboarding with professionalism, sensitivity, and legal compliance.
• Review HR reports related to resourcing, turnover, disability, safety, employee engagement; collaborate with leaders to develop and implement action plans.

Recruitment & Onboarding 

• Lead end -to-end recruitment process.
• Partner with department heads to understand hiring needs and workforce planning.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Develop and deliver onboarding and orientation programs to support new-hire success.

HR Policies & Compliance 

• Create, maintain and update HR policies and the employee handbook.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, provincial and local employment laws.
• Communicate policy updates clearly and effectively to employees and leaders.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Support 

• Administer employee benefits programs and respond to employee inquiries.
• Support payroll processing by ensuring accurate employee data, timekeeping, and employment changes.
• Assist leadership with compensation planning and pay practices.

Training & Development

• Coordinate training programs in accordance with the Canada Labour Code.
• Support leadership development initiatives for Managers and Supervisors.
• Maintain training records, certifications, and compliance documentation.

Health, Safety & Manufacturing Environment Support 

• Partner with operations to promote workplace safety OSHA compliance.
• Collaborate with the Health & Safety (H&S) team to support behaviour-based safety culture, reducing incidents and promoting a safe work environment.

Immigration 

• Manage end-to-end immigration processes, including work permits, vias, and permanent residency.
• Coordinate with external immigration counsel and government agencies of case filings and documentation.
• Track and maintain immigration case statuses, deadlines, and employee records.

Additional Support 

• Support additional Human resource initiatives identified by the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, ore related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+  years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation.
• Specialist knowledge of Canadian Labour and Employment Laws; multi-provincial experience preferred.
• Experience in the Aviation sector or manufacturing/ industrial environment is considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of immigration laws and employment regulations.

S kills & Competencies

• Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to trust credibility.
• Creative problem- solver with the ability to think outside the box and build consensus.
• Energetic with a strong work ethic; exhibits contagious enthusiasm while projecting a level of maturity required in a human resource position.
• Able to work independently and as a team member.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and complex situations with discretion and diplomacy.
• High level of integrity and professionalism when managing confidential information.