Human Resources Business Partner

Leclerc Foods; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Leclerc Biscuits in Canada is seeking a Plant HR Leader to partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team. You will oversee end-to-end HR activities, supervise HR Advisors and Internal Trainers, and ensure HR standards and values are upheld on site.

You will lead recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, performance management, and talent development, while ensuring compliance with policies, OHS, and governance. Bilingual FR/EN is required for Canada-based roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM, Business Admin, or related field.
• 6 years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual French and English (Canada).
• CHRP/CHRL/CHRE designation is an asset.
• Ability to build trust-based relationships with managers and employees.
• Strong organizational and change-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR leadership at plant level and support Plant Manager.
• Lead HR Advisors and Internal Trainers and uphold HR standards.
• Recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with policies, OHS, and governance; manage absence and investigations.

Skills

Bilingual FR/EN

HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM/Business Admin

Tools

CHRP/CHRL/CHRE asset

Job description

Founded in 1905, Leclerc Biscuits is a family-owned company whose success is built on the passion, innovation, and expertise of its teams. With a strong presence across Canada and the United States, the company continues to grow and evolve while remaining true to its core values and commitment to quality.

Position Summary

Reporting to the HR Director, you will be the lead HR partner at the plant level. You will support the Plant Manager and the leadership team while managing all end to end HR activities. You will supervise HR Advisors and Internal Trainers and ensure that Leclerc’s HR standards and values are upheld daily on site.

Responsibilities

You contribute to achieving the company’s objectives through the following actions:

HR Leadership and Employee Engagement

• Promote the organizational culture and support managers in developing engaging, inclusive leadership aligned with the company's values.
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, succession planning, talent development, and change management initiatives to support plant performance.
• Ensure the implementation of development programs, active performance management practices, and action plans that foster employee growth and organizational effectiveness.
• Act as a change partner and ensure effective HR communications with managers and employees.

Talent Management and Performance

• Manage recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, skills development, and succession planning activities to meet the plant's operational needs.
• Support managers in performance management, employee evaluations, leadership development, and the consistent application of disciplinary processes.
• Monitor HR metrics and recommend actions that support the achievement of plant objectives.
• Assist managers in the administration of compensation programs and ensure compliance with total rewards practices.

Compliance, Employee Relations, and Governance

• Ensure compliance with HR practices, internal policies, occupational health and safety (OHS) activities, and employment conditions, while promoting continuous process improvement.
• Manage absence, disability, OHS, workplace investigation, and employee relations cases, while supporting managers in the fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Ensure company policies are properly applied and support managers in communicating and implementing them with employees.
• Coordinate social audits and support the implementation of corrective action plans.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who can:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Have 6 years of Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hold a CHRP, CHRL or CHRE designation (an asset).
• Be proficient in both French and English, spoken and written (required for positions in Canada).
• Build trust-based relationships with managers and employees.
• Demonstrate initiative, rigor, and strong organizational skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with plant managers and establish credibility with stakeholders.
• Influence and engage teams, even without direct authority.
• Adopt a management approach that fosters teamwork and collaboration.
• Communicate effectively and build strong relationships with employees and managers.

Salary starting at $78 320.94 per year, plus annual bonus.

Salary will be determined based on your experience, skills, training and organizational needs.

Why Join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, our five core values: Innovation, Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, and Enjoyment, are brought to life by people who adapt quickly, honor their commitments, support one another, and turn challenges into opportunities.

• Develop your skills and grow your career
• Thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative environment
• Contribute to a growing company that values continuous improvement
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to take on the challenge?

Biscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability to ensure that the standards outlined in Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) are upheld. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at 613-933-1710 ext: 3600