Between $120,000 and $130,000 annually, flexible depending on experience.
Job category
Management - Executive
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Day shift, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. with flexibility.
Are you known for your ability to unite teams, foster a strong organizational culture, and act as a strategic HR pillar? Are you motivated by the idea of contributing to the growth of a transforming company while ensuring a human and proactive approach to managing human capital? This role is tailor-made for you.
Our partner, a major international company in the agri-food sector experiencing strong growth in Canada, is looking for a Human Resources Director for its production site located in Sorel-Tracy. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources based at the head office, the selected candidate will play a key role in deploying local organizational strategies while embodying the company’s values on the ground.
Tasks
Act as a strategic partner to local management to support business initiatives with aligned, effective, and responsible HR practices.
Promote and embed the company culture by supporting managers and teams in their day-to-day operations.
Ensure smooth labor relations in a unionized environment and represent the employer in various labor relations committees.
Support managers in interpreting and applying the collective agreement, particularly in grievance management.
Lead talent management activities: staffing, engagement, skills development, performance, and succession planning.
Oversee the local implementation of corporate HR programs and policies.
Measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives using key performance indicators (KPIs) and suggest adjustments to optimize results.
Develop internal communication strategies to strengthen employee engagement.
Design and implement training plans to support the professional growth of plant employees.
Be actively present on the ground to stay connected with teams, understand their challenges, and adjust practices accordingly.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and occupational health and safety regulations.
Actively participate in the plant’s management committee.
Perform any other related duties and manage projects as requested.
Advantages
Competitive salary with performance bonus.
Hybrid work model and flexible environment.
Comprehensive group insurance fully covered by the employer.
Health and wellness spending accounts.
Retirement plan with employer contributions.
4 weeks of vacation from day one (negotiable depending on experience), plus personal and sick days.
Opportunities for career advancement at national and international levels.
Opportunity to shape and promote a new HR culture.
Job requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant HR experience, including at least 3 years in a unionized environment.
Excellent knowledge of labor laws and employment standards.
Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
Experience in deploying HR programs and managing change.
Experience in day-to-day HR operations management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative leadership style, results-oriented, attentive, and positively influential.
CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation is a strong asset.
Desired profile
You are a unifying leader able to rally teams around common goals.
You combine strategic vision with hands-on execution.
You are known for your human approach, humility, and active listening.
You are curious, creative, and enjoy innovating to solve complex issues.
You thrive in a dynamic environment filled with stimulating challenges.