Human Resources Generalist

This front-facing role supports all levels of team members at the site, while actively participating in broader company initiatives. The successful candidate plays a vital role in driving employee engagement, supporting operational excellence, and ensuring the smooth delivery of HR programs. As the only Generalist onsite, this is a hands-on, high-impact position requiring versatility, collaboration, and exceptional interpersonal skills. The Generalist is supported by the Senior People Operations Manager – Senior Human Resources Manager (Sr. Mgr). Responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ON Stoney Creek

Job Type:

Human Resources General

Job Posting Title:

Human Resources Generalist

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday to Friday shifts + occasional weekends (40-48 hours per week) and/or shifted work schedule based on facility needs

Work Location: 944 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with match, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Salary: Based on experience and other qualifications: $58,000-$99,000 CAD/ year, Short-term incentive (STI) plan: 0-10%
Vacancies: 1

People Operations Generalist (Human Resources Generalist)

We are seeking a People Operations Generalist – Human Resources Generalist (Generalist) to join our onsite People Operations team at a dynamic Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) food manufacturing facility. This front-facing role supports all levels of team members at the site, while actively participating in broader company initiatives. The successful candidate plays a vital role in driving employee engagement, supporting operational excellence, and ensuring the smooth delivery of HR programs. As the only Generalist onsite, this is a hands-on, high-impact position requiring versatility, collaboration, and exceptional interpersonal skills. The Generalist is supported by the Senior People Operations Manager – Senior Human Resources Manager (Sr. Mgr). Responsibilities may evolve to align with company goals.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle hourly recruitment: job requisitions, postings, interviews, background/reference checks, offer letters, and onboarding
Collaborate with the training team to facilitate new hire orientation

Payroll & Administration

• Administer payroll for hourly employees on a weekly basis
• Maintain accurate records for attendance, headcount, and recruitment metrics
• Coordinate employee events, communications, and recognition programs

People Analytics & Systems

• Leverage the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workday, for data entry, reporting, and regular audits to ensure data integrity
• Generate reports to identify workforce trends and measure program effectiveness
• Interpret engagement survey data and support the execution of plant-level action plans

Employee Relations & Policy Support

• Coach the leadership team on employee relations, performance, and policy interpretation
• Address and escalate team member concerns, ensuring confidentiality and consistency
• Assist with investigations and support fair and respectful resolution of workplace issues
• Uphold compliance with employment laws and company policies

Skills, Competencies & Qualifications

Core Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) across all organizational levels
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of employment law (Employment Standards Act, 2000) including proposed amendments (ex: Bill 30, Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025).
• Systems proficiency: HRIS, payroll, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and other People systems (Workday, UKG, SAP, OpenPhone)
• Demonstrated ability to create reports, business correspondence, and process documentation

Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources (HR), Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive HR experience; food manufacturing or CPG environment preferred
• CHRP or SHRM designation preferred
• Availability for regular Monday–Friday hours, with flexibility to adjust schedule to support 24/7 operations as needed.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview are contacted. Winland Foods Canada, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Call or text 365-675-2562 if you require assistance.

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.