HR Generalist

About the role Project North PES is Pangeo's new aluminum die casting and machining plant in Vaughan, Ontario. As the plant's HR Generalist, you run day-to-day HR for the site and help build the function from the ground up, working closely with the HR & Admin Manager. This is a zero-to-one, hands-on role with real independence. You'll own recruitment through to hire, onboarding and training, records and performance administration, and front-line employee relations, and you'll help put in place the processes a new plant needs. It suits someone who takes initiative, works independently, and is comfortable building as they go. Responsibilities Recruitment and onboarding Run recruitment for open roles independently: source, organize, and screen candidates, hold initial conversations, recommend who advances, and track candidates through to start. Own new hire onboarding and orientation, and coordinate pre-role and in-role training with department managers. Records, training, and performance Maintain employee files, training records, attendance, and leave in line with privacy requirements, and prepare related reports for payroll. Administer performance management cycles and keep training completion current for compliance and audit. Employee relations Act as the front-line point of contact for employees on HR policies, benefits, and procedures. Stay attuned to employee sentiment, flag and escalate concerns to the HR & Admin Manager and functional managers, and track them to resolution. Keep all HR practices compliant with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code, and AODA. Build the function and culture Help inspire a cohesive, mutually trusting, and entrepreneurial team of diverse individuals to deliver market leading solutions for our customers. Help stand up HR processes, templates, and habits for the new plant, and improve them as you go. What we're looking for Initiative and independence. You own your work and move things forward without waiting to be asked. Builder's mindset. You are comfortable creating structure where none exists yet. Organization. You keep many moving pieces, from candidates to files to training, accurate and on time. People sense. You read employee dynamics and handle concerns with tact and discretion. Communication. You are clear and professional with employees and managers alike. Qualifications 3 to 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment. Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRP, or working toward CHRP or CHRL, an asset. Working knowledge of the Ontario Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Human Rights Code. Full-cycle recruitment and onboarding experience, with the ability to work independently. HRIS or applicant tracking systems and Microsoft 365 proficiency. Awareness of ISO 14001 environmental management an asset. English required, Mandarin an asset. Illustrative KPIs Examples of how success is measured in this role: Recruitment: candidates screened and roles filled against plan. Onboarding: on-time completion of onboarding and mandatory training. Records: accuracy and audit-readiness of employee files. Employee relations: timely follow-through on employee questions and escalations. Working conditions Primarily office-based at the Vaughan, Ontario plant, with regular time on the production floor. Standard business hours. Occasional travel. Equal opportunity & accessibility Pangeo Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability. Accommodations are available on request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence to screen and assess applications for this posting, in accordance with the job-posting disclosure requirements of Ontario's Employment Standards Act. The compensation range above reflects the expected total compensation for this position, inclusive of performance bonus and standard employee benefits, and is provided in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual offers may vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

The HR Generalist will manage day-to-day HR operations, including full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and performance administration. They will also act as the primary point of contact for employee relations and ensure compliance with Ontario labor laws.

Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. A degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field is required, along with proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft 365.

• Performance bonus • Standard employee benefits

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• Full-cycle recruitment
• Onboarding
• Employee relations
• Performance management
• HRIS
• Applicant tracking systems
• Microsoft 365
• Compliance
• Policy administration
• Training coordination
• Record keeping
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Manufacturing HR
• Conflict resolution
• Training Records Management
• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• Tactfulness
• Employee Relations
• Talent Recruitment
• Follow Through
• Artificial Intelligence
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Auditing
• Business Administration
• Certified Human Resources Professional
• Mandarin Chinese
• Training And Development
• Die Casting
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Performance Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• English Language
• Environmental Resource Management
• ISO 14000 Series
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Machining
• Employee Onboarding
• Proactivity
• Templates
• Aluminum

• Human Resources
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Human Resources Generalist
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Human Resources Specialists

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

2 nov. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine