Human Resources Generalist

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The HR Generalist plays a critical role in supporting the overall HR function at Quinte Custom Foods. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day HR activities, including recruitment, payroll, employee benefits, training coordination, and health and safety compliance. Working closely with the Director of Operations, the HR Generalist fosters a positive work environment, ensures legal compliance, and contributes to the development and well-being of employees. This role also serves as a key liaison between management and employees, helping to address workforce needs and promote organizational success

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• HR Support: Actively participate in the HR function of the company, collaborating with the Director of Operations on HR initiatives.
• Recruitment & Selection:
• Coordinate local recruitment and selection processes.
• Prepare job postings and advertisements.
• Screen resumes, participate on interview panels, and conduct reference checks.

Payroll & Benefits:

• Responsible for payroll administration.
• Manage employee benefits and respond to related inquiries.

Training & Development:

• Assist in preparing HR and Health and Safety training materials.
• Coordinate and schedule training delivery with internal/external resources
• Conduct all onboarding for new hires.

Employee Relations:

• Answer employee requests and questions.
• Assist with performance reviews and disciplinary processes.
• Support managers during employee termination meetings.

Health & Safety:

• Represent workers as a member of the Quinte Custom Foods Joint Health and Safety Committee:
• Assist with health and safety initiatives and compliance.
• Administer the Return-to-Work program, liaising with managers and employees on accommodations and concerns.

WSIB Reporting & Compliance:

• Complete necessary WSIB reporting requirements and administration.
• Ensure legal compliance and government reporting regulations are met.

Time & Attendance:

• Assist in maintaining time and attendance system and prepare related reports.
• Backup Accounting Functions:
• Assist with wire & EFT executions as needed.

Additional Duties:

• All other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar HR role.
• Knowledge of payroll systems, employee benefits, and employment law.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work independently.
• Experience with recruitment processes and HRIS is an asset.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Interpersonal Skills: Work effectively as a key member of the leadership team. Must communicate effectively with production and management personnel.

Level of Responsibility: Must be able to evaluate reports, ensures team is aware of any and all HR related issues.

Decision-Making Authority: Medium – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical and Sensory Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the HR Generalist role requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, as well as occasional lifting and moving of objects up to 20 pounds. Frequent use of hands for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment is necessary. The position may require stooping, kneeling, or crouching at times. Regular visits to the production floor may be needed, involving exposure to a factory environment with varying noise levels, machinery, and temperature fluctuations. Additionally, the HR Generalist may need to travel between multiple company sites, including offsite training or meetings, requiring flexibility in work locations.

Working Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the HR generalist may need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). PPE includes but is not limited to Safety shoes, hearing protection, freezer suit, safety glasses, gloves. Incumbent may also be required to wear hair and beard nets.

Quinte Custom Foods is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and during employment, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Quinte Custom Foods promotes diversity and equal opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Human resources: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person