Human Resources Generalist

Trophy Foods Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible Health Spending Account

Product giveaways

Job summary

Trophy Foods Inc. in Mississauga, ON is hiring a Human Resources Generalist to support payroll, compliance, employee relations, and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace.

You will own full-cycle recruitment and onboarding, manage STD/leave processes, monitor attendance, maintain HR records, and partner with supervisors to apply policies consistently while driving continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management.
• Two to four years of generalist HR experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and detail orientation.
• Proficiency with MS Office; knowledge of Excel; experience with HR/payroll systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, workplace expectations, and employee relations matters.
• Support full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, screening, interview coordination, reference checks, offer preparation, and new hire documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure new employees receive required information, training, forms, and introductions in a timely and organized manner.
• Coordinate Short-Term Disability (STD), leave, and accommodation cases in partnership with employees, supervisors, third-party providers, and the HR Manager.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports, employee data, and records using HR systems; collaborate with Payroll on changes and personnel records.
• Promote and demonstrate a safe and inclusive workplace by addressing non-compliant and unsafe behaviours.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

HR policies

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS Office

Excel

HRIS / Payroll systems

Job description

Are you ready to make a real impact and grow your career in an industry that nourishes the nation? Join us at Trophy Foods Inc. in Mississauga, ON, where exciting opportunities await you! Whether you’re looking to launch your career or take it to the next level, we offer the perfect platform to thrive in the dynamic world of food manufacturing.

At Trophy Foods, we don’t just make snacks — we craft quality products that people across the country love. From sourcing the finest ingredients to producing and packaging private label nuts, seeds, dried fruit, mixes, and confections, our team plays a key role in delivering delicious, healthy snacks to households nationwide. With our products featured in grocery stores, clubs, and mass channels, you’ll feel a sense of pride knowing the snacks you helped create are enjoyed coast-to-coast.

Now’s the time to be part of our growth and success! Ready to start

or accelerate your journey with us? Come be part of something bigger at Trophy Foods!

We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our dynamic team at Trophy Foods. This position is for an existing vacancy and offers the opportunity to:

• Contribute to our mission of inspiring, creating, and delivering high-quality snacks with exceptional service.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and meet the evolving needs of our customers and consumers.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction are met.
• Uphold Trophy’s strong commitment to caring for customers, our community, and the environment.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Employee Relations

• Provide day-to-day guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, workplace expectations, and employee relations matters.
• Support labour and employee relations activities by helping supervisors address concerns fairly, consistently, and in accordance with established processes.
• Work with Supervisors to prepare constructive corrective action documentation and ensure proper processes are adhered to and records are kept.
• Advise and ensure consistency on the interpretation and operational application and legal compliance of corporate policies, programs, guidelines, and procedures.
• Assist with workplace investigations related to employee concerns, performance, and policy violations, escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Review and monitor daily attendance, following up on patterns and culpable absenteeism.

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Support full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, screening, interview coordination, reference checks, offer preparation, and new hire documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure new employees receive required information, training, forms, and introductions in a timely and organized manner.
• Maintain accurate recruitment, onboarding, and employee records in accordance with company procedures and privacy requirements.

Disability Management

• Coordinate Short-Term Disability (STD), leave, and accommodation cases in partnership with employees, supervisors, third-party providers, and the HR Manager.
• Support employees through the disability process, ensuring clear communication and timely documentation.
• Provide supervisors and employees with information on disability, leave, and return-to-work processes, promoting timely communication and safe reintegration.

Other

• Prepare and maintain HR reports, employee data, and records using ADP and other HR systems.
• Collect, analyze, and report relevant HR data and analytics to support decision-making and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Payroll on changes (ie. rate changes, schedule changes, etc.) and personnel records.
• Manage the SharePoint libraries for the HR department as well as the Supervisory team.
• Assist and prepare for social compliance customer audits.
• Contribute to HR projects, process improvements, audit preparation, employee communications, and other initiatives as assigned.
• Promote and demonstrate a safe and inclusive workplace by addressing non-compliant and unsafe behaviours.
• Other such duties as may be assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, and Educational Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management.
• Two to four years of generalist Human Resources experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and must be detail oriented.
• Experience in analysis and reporting. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations to drive continuous improvement in HR practices.
• A high degree of proficiency with MS Office, with intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel. Working Knowledge of HR systems and payroll systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborative, professional team player with judgement to handle sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy, and high ethical standards.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, and cross-cultural awareness.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and take initiative and ownership for a wide range of responsibilities.

Why Should You Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that is driving innovation in the food industry.
• Career Growth: We offer opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within the company.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a dynamic, friendly, and inclusive work environment where your voice is heard, and your contributions are valued.
• Employee Benefits: We offer competitive salary and benefits package, Employee Assistance Programs, Flexible Health Spending Account, Product Giveaways, etc.
• Community Involvement: We foster greater success when making a positive difference in our communities by donating our time, resources, and expertise.

Trophy Foods is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity. Diversity is core to our business: by embedding diversity into all aspects of our culture, we maximize the opportunity to achieve sustainable business success and growth. Trophy Foods Inc. provides equal opportunities in employment, promotions, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment to all qualified persons without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, caste, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, source of income, or any other characteristics protected by the applicable Federal and Provincial laws.

Trophy Foods has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities.

We may use AI-supported tools to assist with parts of our recruitment process. These tools support administrative and screening functions and do not replace human decision-making. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.