The Human Resources Manager will provide strategic and hands-on HR leadership during a defined temporary period, ensuring continuity, stability, and effective delivery of core HR functions. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing human resources programs in support of operational objectives and business strategy.
The HR Manager will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, overseeing employee and labour relations, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, and compliance with applicable employment legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies. This role also supports food safety and quality standards by ensuring HR practices align with regulatory and operational requirements, while contributing to the broader Human Resources strategy of the organization.
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000
Application Deadline: August 18th, 2026
Provide guidance to the business with regards to company policy administration, legislative requirements and application of CBA and interpretation to ensure consistent, equitable and compliant application
Oversee administration of compensation and benefit programs, performance evaluation and annual total rewards programs
Conduct investigations, execute grievance, arbitration and mediation processes. Provide employee and legislation support and guidance
Partner with the business to develop and execute engagement and retention initiatives and action plans.
In conjunction with senior leaders, assess competencies and identify high potential employees and develop action plans to ensure bench strength,



coach senior leaders in identifying high potential employees
Provide day-to-day leadership of team, including hiring, development and performance management
Participating in site/departmental management meetings, SQF annual reviews, Business Continuity planning and other cross-functional meetings to provide human resource insights, where needed execute Cavendish Farms and enterprise-wide HR initiative including communications and change management.
Post Secondary Education in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 5-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with broad exposure to HR operations and employee relations.
At least 3 years of demonstrated people management or leadership experience.
Proven experience applying human rights legislation, Employment Standard Act (ESA) requirements, and best practices in labour and employee relations
Solid knowledge of employment legislation, workplace policies, and compliance requirements
Experience in high-speed manufacturing is an asset
Effective communicator and public speaker
Disability Management experience
Project Management skills
Effective leadership and conflict resolution skills




Proven ability to demonstrate the application of risk assessment to operations and activities
Knowledge on incident investigation and root cause analysis skills would be an asset
CPHR Designation ( or equivalent professional HR certification) is considered an asset.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Manager, Human Resources (Ontario)
🏢 J.D. Irving
📍 Ontario