Plant Human Resources Lead 14392

Our client, a leading Tier 1 manufacturing supplier, is seeking a
Plant Human Resources Lead
to support and oversee HR operations within a unionized manufacturing facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior HR professional with strong manufacturing and labour relations experience who is ready to be a key member of the company's management team. Working closely with plant leadership, corporate HR, and union representatives, you will help drive workforce strategies, employee engagement, and overall plant performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee daily HR operations and partner with plant leadership on workforce planning and business objectives
Manage labour relations, including grievances, investigations, collective agreement interpretation, and union-management relations
Build strong relationships with union representatives, including Unifor and/or Steelworkers
Lead employee engagement, retention, attendance management, and workplace performance initiatives
Provide guidance to management on employee relations, performance management and HR policies
Oversee hourly recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee development
Manage WSIB claims, workplace investigations, and return-to-work coordination
Oversee HR reporting, HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent;
CHRL designation is an asset
Minimum 5+ years of progressive senior-level HR experience in a manufacturing environment, with unionized experience essential
Strong knowledge of labour relations, grievance management, collective bargaining agreements, and employment legislation
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with hourly employees, union representatives, and plant leadership
Experience supporting employee engagement, attendance management, recruitment, and performance management
Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, HRIS, and ADP Workforce Now AutoPay is an asset
COMPENSATION:
$90, 000 – $110, 000 / year (depending on experience)
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
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