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Human Resources Generalist

Date: Oct 30, 2026

Location: Newmarket, ON, CA

Summary

Incumbents are fully qualified to execute job/role accountabilities working independently on most aspects of the job. Work is performed within established skilled standards and practices. Tasks are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required to complete recurring assignments independently and to determine the best methods to follow to complete assignments. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the divisions/departments operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Works under general Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to manager or expert resource. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Builds internal and external relationships, with emphasis on those that facilitate the achievement of job/role accountabilities, such as relationships with key suppliers, customers and internal service.

Detailed Description

The Human Resources Generalist is a hands-on role that provides full cycle Human Resources support to our Newmarket manufacturing site.

The role supports executing our people initiatives, providing great internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement.

This role will work through our corporate Centers’ of Excellence to provide local site feedback on corporate pilot programs and will support corporate roll outs.

Provide consultation and support to managers with implementing and carrying out HR policies and practices, employee development, performance management, and other employee relations issues,



including performance counseling, discipline and termination, workforce planning, risk management and employment law implications.

Work closely with Corporate HR to champion, execute and monitor the effectiveness of corporate programs and initiatives.

Supports implementation of HR initiatives at the site and ensures appropriate change management is in place.

Contribute to the creation of a workplace that mirrors our core values.

Champion the shaping and sustaining of a diverse and inclusive workplace that is engaging, enabling and energizing.

Support management and talent acquisition in obtaining and retaining top talent through collaboration of determining staff needs and appropriate compensation.

Lead engagement activities at the site. Works with management team to ensure effective performance management and culture building practices are in place.

- Ensures compliance to corporate policies, governmental regulations and laws. Keeps abreast of legislative decisions, changes in federal, state and local employment laws and regulations to limit legal exposure and liability.

Success in supporting effective and positive employee relations, retention and reward programs

The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously within a rapid and complex changing work environment

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills





Strong business and operational acumen to effectively partner with site business leaders.

Ability to work independently.

In depth understanding of applicable provincial and federal labour laws.

- Knowledge of world class manufacturing processes and lean and/or Six Sigma strategies.

Physical Demands

Duties of this position are generally performed in good working conditions.

Occasional exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.

Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.

- Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
- The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.
- The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.
- Salary Range: CAD 64,338 - 90,874/yr

Typical Experience

Minimum of 3-5 years’ progressive HR generalist experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.

Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Excellent knowledge of systems (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Google applications, etc.)

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