Regional Manager, Human Resources

Gay Lea Foods; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gay Lea Foods is seeking an HR Manager for multiple locations. This full-time role involves overseeing HR operations, guiding policy implementation, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Ideal candidates should have a degree in HR or Business Administration, along with extensive experience in HR management. The position promotes employee engagement and development within a leading Canadian dairy company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 2 years in a multi-location HR Management role.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations across multiple locations.
• Lead a team of HR Business Partners.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Talent Management Systems

Job description

100 Clayson Rd, North York, ON M9M 2G7, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Human Resources
Status: Full Time

Location(s): Hamilton, Clayson, Longlife, Ivanhoe and Stirling

Food & Safety Quality Level: 1

Job Scope:

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources this position will oversee HR operations across multiple locations within a designated region while leading a group of local Human Resources Business Partners. Working very closely with the site management teams, you will guide and provide insight on all matters relating to HR policies, labor laws, and best HR practices while driving initiatives that foster employee engagement, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Human Resource Business Partners within multiple locations, ensuring the execution of HR strategies.
• Provide insight, support and advice wide range of employee relations and human resources initiatives, while promoting positive relations with all stakeholders.
• Oversee Employee Relationships Committee within the respective sites
• Support as a trusted advisor for complicated conflict resolution, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Engaged in Talent Acquisition efforts for site management roles and above.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws, company policies, and industry regulations across all locations.
• Work with corporate HR to analyze compensation structures and promote competitive pay.
• Review key HR metrics (turnover, engagement, etc.) and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Help drive employee communication opportunities
• Support and drive local events such as fundraising campaigns and holiday parties and actively participate in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a multi-location or regional HR Management role.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS, talent management systems, and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel within the region as needed and onsite support 5 days a week.

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt’s Dairy.Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.

For more about us visit:http://www.gaylea.com

Gay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.

Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

Wishing you all the best with your career search!

100 Clayson Rd, North York, ON M9M 2G7, Canada