Human Resources Manager

Broda; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare seating company is seeking an HR Manager in Kitchener, Canada. The role involves recruitment, onboarding, and managing health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business and possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Join a team committed to providing safe and comfortable seating for the elderly. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment await!

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Leadership and mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end recruitment for high-quality talent.
• Design onboarding processes for new hires.
• Manage benefits administration and ensure compliance.
• Lead health and safety initiatives in the workplace.
• Provide strategic employee relations support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership skills

Mentoring skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or college certificate in HR, Business

Job description

About us

The Broda team is made up of a variety of rewarding positions. From manufacturing, to sales, to customer support, each member of our team helps us achieve our mission. We aim to provide the safest, most comfortable seating in the healthcare industry. We want all our employees to finish every day feeling accomplished and valued. Our company culture promotes teamwork and achievement. With Broda team members all over North America, we collaborate to bring safe, comfortable seating to some of the world’s most vulnerable: our elderly. Does this sound like a purpose you would enjoy? If yes, then a Broda career may be for you!

Job purpose

The HR Manager works closely with the Plant Manager and local management team to support day to day factory operations while continually improving programs and offerings. You will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities covering a broad range of HR functions from on-boarding, training, recruitment, benefits, to health and safety. You will be reporting to the Executive Director of HR Manager based out of MITY, Inc, out of Orem, Utah with a dotted line to the Plant Manager of Broda.

This role works in office Monday - Friday 7am- 3:30pm.

Human Resources Duties

• Lead end-to-end recruitment initiatives, including talent sourcing, pre-screening, interviews, coordination of assessments, and onboarding, to attract and retain high-quality talent that supports company growth.
• Design and execute comprehensive onboarding and orientation processes, including employee documentation, cross-departmental collaboration, and delivery of corporate culture and compliance training, to ensure seamless integration and engagement of new hires.
• Serve as a key collaborator in HR strategy meetings, providing insights on local metrics as well as assisting with companywide strategies and initiatives.
• Manage benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment, updates, and employee inquiries, and maintain compliance with applicable laws such as ESA, OH&SA, and AODA related regulations.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance for hourly and salaried staff through validation and verification processes, supporting financial integrity and employee satisfaction.
• Act as the lead for health and safety initiatives, including inspections, incident investigations, WSIB claims, and return-to-work programs, fostering a safety-first culture that minimizes risks and complies with legislative requirements.
• Lead efforts to enhance organizational health and safety communication, including facilitating meetings, documenting action plans, and tracking follow-up to improve workplace safety performance.
• Uphold legal and regulatory compliance across all HR functions, proactively managing policies related to employment standards, workplace safety, accessibility, and pandemic protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external agencies such as Ministry of Labour and Service Canada, ensuring effective responses to inspections, investigations, and inquiries.
• Provide strategic employee relations support, including guidance on absence, performance, grievances, and organizational change, to promote a positive and compliant workplace environment.
• Foster employee engagement through leadership of recognition programs, management of corporate branding initiatives such as SWAG inventory, and promoting a culture of appreciation and motivation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on HR projects and communications, leveraging data and insights to support organizational development initiatives.
• Oversee administration of Employment Insurance Claims, ROEs, and Service Canada inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate processing to support employee transitions.
• Partner with Operations to implement visual management tools for production targets and encourage a data-driven approach to operational excellence.
• Prepare agendas, facilitate meetings, and track follow-up actions for health and safety and other HR-related forums to ensure continuous improvement.
• Perform other strategic HR duties as assigned, contributing to organizational effectiveness and workforce planning.
• Other duties as assigned

Administrative Duties

• Maintain attendance, absenteeism, and vacation tracking program for all employees
• Maintain employee’s Health and Dental Benefits through Equitable Health, including LTD
• Maintain administration of employee’s voluntary RRSP through Manulife
• Deposit all Canadian Cheques in accordance with SOP’s from Finance
• Filing and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The following are qualifications that are necessary for a person to be considered for this position.

Qualifications include:

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree, or college certificate in HR, Business or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
• Leadership and/or mentoring skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products

Preferred

• Experienced Human Resources background with expanding duties and knowledge expansion
• CHRP designation or working towards would be considered an asset

Equal Opportunity Statement

Diversity and inclusion matter at Broda. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.