Human Resources Generalist

Sowa Tool & Machine Co. Ltd.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

RRSP match

Job summary

Sowa Tool & Machine Co. Ltd. is seeking an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, administer policies, coordinate benefits, and assist with payroll and onboarding. You will maintain records and respond to HR inquiries while promoting an inclusive, productive workplace.

The role collaborates with leadership to improve staffing, training, and employee experiences across Canada, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and timely HR service delivery.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an HR role.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in HR.
• Familiarity with Dayforce is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist full cycle recruitment: postings, screening resumes, interviews.
• Manage onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain employee records and ensure labour-law compliance.
• Support payroll processing and update employee profiles.
• Act as primary contact for employee questions and concerns.
• Coordinate training and development programs.
• Contribute to an inclusive and engaging company culture.
• Assist coordination of company events and town halls.
• Maintain HR reports and data.
• Support leadership with programs to improve the employee experience.

Skills

Dayforce

MS Office

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary HR degree/diploma

Job description

Company Description

Sowa Tool & Machine Co. Ltd. is an established provider of high-quality metalworking tools and accessories. Headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario. The company also has North American locations in Edmonton, Alberta, Mooresville, North Carolina, and Orange County, California, as well as internationally.

Role Description

This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations, including administering HR policies and procedures, coordinating employee benefits, and assisting with benefits enrollment and changes. The Human Resources Generalist will help manage employee records, support recruitment and onboarding activities, and respond to HR-related inquiries from team members and managers. Additional responsibilities include assisting with performance management processes, supporting training initiatives, and ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and company standards. This position works closely with leadership and staff to promote a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assistin the full cycle recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews
• Manage new employee onboarding and orientation process
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies
• Support payroll administration, processing bi-weekly payrolls and updating employee profiles
• Act as a primary point of contact for employee questions and concerns
• Coordinate training and development programs
• Contribute to creating and maintaining an inclusive and engaging company culture
• Assist in coordination of company events and meetings
• Act as a coordinator for the senior leadership team in support of company townhalls
• Responsible for benefits administration, ensuring team members are enrolled and benefits changed in a timely manner
• Supports the management team on programs and initiatives that aim to inspire a positive team member experience
• Maintaining HR reports & data
• Other duties as required

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience working in a HR role
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in HRpreferred
• Familiarity with Dayforce an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask with changing priorities
• Flexibility, teamwork and confidentiality are a must
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service to internal teams and external partners
• Genuine care and respect for people
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Salary:

CA$50,000.00 - CA$65,000.00 per year