Bilingual HR Generalist

Edson Packaging Machinery Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a Bilingual HR & Recruitment Generalist. You will handle full-cycle recruitment, manage daily HR operations, and develop HR strategies. This role requires fluency in English and French, a degree in HR, and at least 2 years of experience in recruiting. Benefits include comprehensive medical programs and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/dental programs

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company match

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR experience that includes full-cycle recruiting.
• Ability to design sourcing strategies that attract talent.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruiting process and develop sourcing initiatives.
• Administer Workday HCM and payroll updates.
• Guide managers with policy direction regarding employee relations.

Skills

Fluency in English and French

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in human resources or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday HCM

Workday ATS

Job description

Overview

At ProMach, we look for people who want to stand out. Whether you bring creativity, strategy, attention to detail, persuasiveness, or forward-thinking, you will find opportunities to grow your career in the direction you choose. You will face challenges, earn rewards, and have the chance to make a real impact.

Interested? Keep reading.

We are hiring a Bilingual HR & Recruitment Generalist who will take part in broad HR responsibilities with a strong focus on recruiting. You will serve as a trusted HR partner who supports HR systems, compliance, onboarding, and employee engagement. At the same time, you will manage full-cycle recruitment for key roles in Engineering, Sales, Field Service, and skilled operations. As an individual contributor, you will handle daily HR operations and drive the future of talent strategy at ProMach.

Do you enjoy this work?

Employee Experience & HR Function

• Administer Workday HCM and payroll updates while maintaining accuracy across internal systems and with third-party providers
• Guide managers and supervisors with clear policy direction and support them in employee relations and engagement efforts
• Develop and maintain job descriptions, support workforce planning, and coordinate onboarding programs
• Answer employee benefit questions, support compensation processes, and ensure compliance with safety programs and employment laws
• Deliver HR training, analyze HR metrics, and recommend improvements in partnership with HR leadership

Recruiting Function

• Manage the full recruiting process in Workday ATS, including requisition intake, sourcing, candidate engagement, selection, and pre-employment activities
• Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs, build pipelining strategies, and provide guidance on market data and talent trends
• Create and lead sourcing initiatives that build diverse pipelines across multiple channels, including grassroots outreach
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely communication and personalized engagement
• Oversee pre-employment steps such as background checks, and onboarding coordination
• Collaborate with internal partners to improve recruiting processes and implement new approaches
• Track recruiting activity and maintain data integrity within Workday

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical / dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in human resources or a related field
• 2+ years of HR experience that includes full-cycle recruiting in professional and skilled operations roles
• Fluency in English and French
• Ability to design sourcing strategies that attract both active and passive talent
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with Workday HCM and Workday ATS
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to influence decisions through data
• Professional demeanour with initiative to improve processes and strengthen employee and candidate experiences
• Ability to travel up to 10% for recruitment initiatives and HR programs

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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