JUST HR is recruiting for a highly capable HR Manager to build and lead the people function for a growing industrial manufacturing organization. This role has been elevated to support business expansion, the integration of operations across multiple jurisdictions, and the development of scalable people practices that support long-term growth. As the sole HR leader, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while creating the structure, processes, and programs needed to support employees and managers across the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all human resources activities across the organization.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, programs, and employee handbook materials.
• Ensure employment practices comply with applicable legislation in British Columbia, Ontario, and U.S. operations.
• Act as the primary advisor to leaders on employee relations, performance management, workplace issues, and HR best practices.
• Coach managers on leadership, documentation, employee development, and difficult workplace conversations.
• Oversee recruitment activities from sourcing and interviewing through offer management and onboarding.
• Design and improve onboarding programs to support employee success during their first 90 days.
• Maintain HR records, employment agreements, reporting, and documentation requirements.
• Track and analyze HR metrics including turnover, headcount, attendance, and training completion.
• Support compensation reviews, market benchmarking, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate training and development programs while maintaining required records.
• Partner with leadership on organizational growth, change management, and business integration initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external advisors and legal counsel when specialized expertise is required.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that strengthen culture, retention, and workplace experience.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience serving as the primary HR resource or HR leader within an organization.
• Strong knowledge of British Columbia employment legislation.
• Working knowledge of Ontario employment standards.
• Experience supporting U.S. employment practices; Texas experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated success building or improving HR programs, processes, and infrastructure.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, integration, acquisitions, or significant change initiatives.
• Strong employee relations and performance management expertise.
• Proven ability to coach and influence managers and senior leaders.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related discipline.
• CPHR designation is considered an asset.
• Ability to work primarily on-site and travel occasionally within Canada as required.

Remuneration

• Base salary: $115,000 - $120,000
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits
• Paid time off
• Professional development support
• Free on-site parking

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**

Just HR is a specialized Human Resources recruitment and search firm with seven practice areas: General HR, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Organizational Development, Labour & Employee Relations, HRIS, Health & Safety.