Human Resource Business Partner

Ethosautomation; Brantford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5-day work week

Professional development and training support

Career advancement opportunities

Health and wellness spending account

RRSP matching

Job summary

Ethosautomation in Brantford, Ontario, is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner responsible for managing recruitment, employee relations, and compliance support within a growing manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of HR experience, a strong understanding of employment legislation, and a proactive approach to strengthening company culture. This full-time role supports approximately 75-150 employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of Ontario employment legislation including ESA, OHSA, AODA, Human Rights, and WSIB.
• CHRP designation or working toward designation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leaders regarding HR policies and workplace concerns.
• Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings and interviews.
• Coordinate and support the annual performance review cycle.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Conflict-resolution abilities

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Job description

Job Types: Full-Time

Who are We:

Ethos Automation builds automated solutions to solve various manufacturing challenges within the automotive industry. It is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) that specializes in the engineering, design, manufacturing, assembly, and programming of automated manufacturing solutions. We deliver turnkey automated systems by providing a strong engineering approach in solving a variety of complex manufacturing challenges using automation, robotics, and state-of-the-art technology at its core. Ethos Automation is a company that strongly believes that our people are our greatest assets. Be part of a fast-growing team with a lot of space for growth and professional development.

Why Join Ethos?

• Ranked among Canada’s Top 500 Fastest Growing Companies
• 4.5-day work week
• Professional development and training support
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Employee engagement and team-building events
• Safety boot and tool allowance
• Collaborative, innovative, and people-first culture
• Company benefits, health and wellness spending account and RRSP matching

Position Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner is a trusted partner to leaders and employees across the organization, reporting directly to the General Manager. This is a fully on-site role based at our facility in Brantford, Ontario, supporting an employee population of approximately 75 to 150 across our Canadian operations, with additional coordination support for our Mexico division. The role supports the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, health & safety, training and development, compliance, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, solutions-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will help strengthen company culture, improve HR processes, and support organizational growth while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leaders regarding HR policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, accommodations, and conflict resolution.
• Support investigations, disciplinary processes, terminations, and workplace issue resolution while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, reference checks, and offer preparation, with a strong focus on skilled trades, technical, and engineering roles.
• Support workforce planning initiatives in partnership with department leaders.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Maintain recruitment metrics and support continuous improvement of hiring processes.

Performance Management & Employee Development

• Coordinate and support the annual performance review cycle.
• Assist leaders with goal setting, employee development planning, and succession planning initiatives.
• Identify training and development opportunities aligned with business needs.
• Support employee retention and career development initiatives.

Health & Safety & Compliance

• Support workplace health and safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OHSA and company policies.
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee activities, workplace inspections, and incident reporting processes.
• Assist with return-to-work programs, accommodations, disability management, and injury/illness reporting.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation including ESA, AODA, WSIB, Human Rights, and applicable workplace regulations.

HR Administration & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Track employee training, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain data accuracy within HR systems and reporting tools.
• Support employee benefits administration including enrollments, changes, employee inquiries, and coordination with benefit providers.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and organizational initiatives
• Provide backup coverage for payroll processing as required.
• Coordinate with the HR contact at our Mexico division to support reporting, visibility, and consistency of HR practices across both locations.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
• Support wellness, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• CHRP designation or working toward designation is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of Ontario employment legislation including ESA, OHSA, AODA, Human Rights, and WSIB.
• Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and workplace investigations.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution abilities.

Wage: $75,000-$88,000 Depending on experience