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Job Title


Human Resources Generalist


Company : Manpower Canada


Location : Orillia, Ontario


Created : 2026-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our manufacturing client just 20 minutes north of Barrie, ON is seeking a hands-on HR Generalist to join a growing manufacturing organization. This role is ideal for an HR professional with proven experience in a unionized manufacturing environment who is looking to make a meaningful impact across recruitment, employee relations, and HR operations. What We Offer: - Competitive salary of $70,000 $80,000 - Comprehensive benefits package - Pension plan (6-9%) - vacation entitlement Key Responsibilities: - Manage full-cycle recruitment for both hourly (unionized) and salaried positions - Develop and implement targeted recruitment strategies and talent pipelines - Partner with colleges and training institutions to support workforce development initiatives - Coordinate and facilitate onboarding for new hires - Track and analyze HR metrics to support decision-making - Provide guidance on collective agreement interpretation and application - Support attendance management and progressive discipline processes - Conduct workplace investigations and prepare detailed reports with recommendations - Assist with grievance management, including documentation and drafting responses - Support collective bargaining preparation and documentation - Maintain job descriptions and physical demands analyses - Ensure compliance with ESA, AODA, and applicable employment legislation - Support STD claims administration and reporting - Assist with policy development and HR program implementation Qualifications: - Post-graduate certificate in Human Resources Administration - Minimum 3 years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment a MUST - Mandatory experience in a unionized setting - Strong knowledge of Ontario employment legislation, including ESA - Experience with ADP HRMS is an asset - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills - Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Ideal Candidate: - Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment - Comfortable working closely with supervisors and union representatives - Demonstrates strong judgment and professionalism in employee relations matters - Proactive, organized, and solutions-oriented If you are an experienced HR professional with union and manufacturing experience looking to grow your career, we encourage you to apply.