Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing

Salit Steel; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel company in York Region is seeking a collaborative Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations across several sites. This full-time position focuses on driving HR strategy, coaching plant leaders, and ensuring the successful execution of HR programs. Candidates should have a strong HR background with experience in managing teams and pertinent knowledge of employment law. The role is primarily based in Concord with travel to other locations.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Barrier-free recruitment process

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Experience managing or supporting HR teams across multiple locations.
• Solid understanding of Ontario employment law and HR policy application.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR service delivery across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Oversee recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried roles.
• Support onboarding processes for smooth integration of new hires.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Employee & Labour Relations

Coaching & Influencing

Operational Agility

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Compliance & Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related discipline

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

This range is provided by Salit Steel. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$87,000.00 / yr - CA$93,000.00 / yr

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Human Resources Director. Strategic HR Leader | Driving Organizational Excellence Through Talent Management and Employee Engagement

Position Summary

We are seeking a collaborative and experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations across our sites in the Eastern Greater Toronto Area. This role is responsible for driving site-level HR strategy, coaching and supporting frontline leadership, and ensuring consistent execution of HR programs aligned with operational goals.

The HR Manager, supported by one other HR team member, oversees HR functions across multiple locations—including Etobicoke, Concord, Bowmanville, Mississauga, Burlington, and Belleville—and collaborates closely with Operations, Health & Safety, and the Labour Relations Manager to foster a positive, compliant, and engaged workforce.

We are actively recruiting for an open position on our team. The successful candidate would primarily be located in our Concord Location ( 300 Connie Crescent, Concord) and would travel to other locations as required. The work hours are Monday- Friday 8am-5pm.

Position Functions

• Lead HR service delivery across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Coach plant leaders and frontline managers on HR best practices, employee engagement, and performance enablement.
• Champion HR initiatives that support operational efficiency, workforce stability, and a respectful work environment.
• Maintain regular visibility on the production floor to build relationships, promote employee engagement, and support a strong HR presence across all shifts.
• Manage and mentor HR as well as site leadership.
• Foster consistency in HR practices, policy interpretation, and compliance across all sites.
• Collaborate closely with the Labour Relations Manager on union-related matters, ensuring consistent messaging and support to site leadership.

Recruitment, Onboarding & Retention

Oversee recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried roles, ensuring alignment with workforce needs and staffing levels.

Support onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires and reinforce company culture.

Monitor turnover and retention trends and implement action plans where needed.

Performance Management & Development

Guide leaders through the performance management cycle, including coaching, feedback, and goal setting.

Support high-potential development and succession planning efforts in collaboration with operations and HR leadership.

Reinforce a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.

Oversee and continuously improve attendance management programs to support workforce reliability and minimize absenteeism across sites.

Leave & Disability Management

Oversee the administration of STD, LTD, WSIB, and other leave programs.

Ensure proper documentation, employee communication, and coordination with insurance providers, site leadership, and return-to-work planning.

Health & Safety Partnership

Work closely with site EHS teams to support safety-related programs and compliance with OHSA.

Provide HR support for safety investigations and accommodations, promoting a proactive safety culture.

Policy, Compliance & Reporting

Ensure HR policy compliance across all locations, in accordance with employment laws and company standards.

Track and analyze key HR metrics (e.g., absenteeism, time-to-fill, engagement indicators) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Support internal and external audits, employee file maintenance, and data integrity within HR systems.

Culture & Engagement

Lead and support employee engagement initiatives tailored to each site’s needs.

Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in recruitment, development, and team culture.

Promote open communication and recognition efforts that strengthen morale and alignment with company values.

Working Conditions

Based on-site with regular travel to supported manufacturing locations.

Must be able to support multiple shifts and respond to time-sensitive HR matters.

Core Competencies

Strategic HR Leadership : Demonstrated ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives and drive results across multi-site operations.

Employee & Labour Relations : Proven experience supporting unionized environments, with a focus on consistent policy application, grievance handling, and collaborative labour relations.

Coaching & Influencing : Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and influence leaders at all levels to support a high-performance culture.

Operational Agility : Ability to effectively manage HR responsibilities across multiple sites and shifts in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning : Skilled in recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to ensure workforce stability and pipeline development.

Compliance & Risk Management : In-depth knowledge of employment law, health and safety, disability management, and HR compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, or related discipline.

3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including HR leadership in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Experience managing or supporting HR teams across multiple locations.

Solid understanding of Ontario employment law, occupational health & safety, and HR policy application.

Experience working in a unionized environment; able to partner effectively with a dedicated Labour Relations function.

Proficient in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office tools.

Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills.

Salit Steel is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes

and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the

Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities

Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Please advise us if you require accommodation throughout this process.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Human Resources and Manufacturing

Industries

Wholesale Building Materials

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