HR Manager
At a glance
Manager-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Norsk Hydro. Mississauga · CA$135,000–CA$155,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build staffing and succession plans around facility needs, then coordinate training, apprenticeships and supervisor coaching
- Handle escalated grievances and employee concerns, and use survey findings to shape retention and engagement actions
- Run hiring from job postings through selection, improve new-hire onboarding and coordinate plant interviews
- Guide annual reviews, manager feedback and performance improvement steps while following applicable agreements and policies
- Oversee payroll accuracy, benefits and leave administration, HR compliance audits, and reporting on workforce measures
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or a related area, or equivalent professional experience
- At least seven years in HR within manufacturing or industry, including two years in a union setting where applicable
- Hands-on background in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance and talent management
- Working knowledge of labour law and agreement interpretation, plus experience with union negotiations, grievances and employee relations
- Proficiency with HR information systems, timekeeping software and Microsoft Office, and skill analyzing HR metrics
Who this fits
This manager-level role suits an HR professional who can advise facility leaders while handling day-to-day employee relations, recruitment and compliance. It includes labour negotiations and grievance work in a unionized setting where applicable, with travel expected to stay below ten percent. English is required.
From the employer
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Pay Range: $135,000 - $155,000 CAD
Job Summary
The HR Manager is responsible for leading the human resources function, ensuring compliance with labour laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements (CBA), if applicable. This role serves as a strategic partner to facility leadership, driving workforce planning, labour relations, employee engagement, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance to support business objectives. The HR Manager will also play a key role in fostering a high-performance culture while mitigating risks.
What you will be doing
Workforce Planning & Talent Development
- Execute workforce plans that align talent with operational goals.
- Lead succession planning and talent-pipeline development to ensure future leadership and skill readiness.
- Prioritize training needs and coordinate development programs, apprenticeships, and upskilling.
- Coach facility managers and supervisors to strengthen people leadership.
Employee Relations & Engagement
- Resolve escalated employee concerns and grievances through open communication and conflict resolution.
- Foster an inclusive culture that encourages feedback and reduces alert-line issues.
- Drive engagement and retention through recognition and work-life balance initiatives.
- Conduct employee surveys, analyze results, implement action plans, and track improvements in retention and morale.
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Partner with GBS Recruiting on talent strategies aligned with facility workforce needs.
- Oversee full-cycle recruitment, from posting and interviews through selection and hiring.
- Improve onboarding to ensure a smooth new-hire transition.
- Align recruiting with internal posting and seniority-based bidding processes, as applicable.
- Coordinate and participate in plant interviews.
Performance Management
- Lead annual performance appraisals in alignment with Hydro processes, facility objectives, and applicable external requirements, including the CBA.
- Guide managers on goal setting, evaluations, and constructive feedback.
- Address performance issues in compliance with Hydro policies for improvement plans and progressive discipline.
Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations
- Ensure payroll accuracy, including wage structures, shift differentials, and contractual pay provisions.
- Collaborate with Shared Services and cross-functional partners.
- Oversee legally compliant benefits and leave administration.
- Sponsor recognition programs that reinforce performance and contributions.
- Optimize HR systems for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance tracking.
Strategic HR Leadership
- Align HR strategy with facility goals in partnership with senior management.
- Lead organizational development supporting restructuring and operational improvement.
- Analyze workforce trends and report executive insights on KPIs, including turnover, absenteeism, and inclusion initiatives.
- Champion change, organizational transitions, and continuous improvement.
Compliance
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, including ESA, OHSA, MOL, and WSIB requirements, and company policies.
- Enforce HR policies and conduct audits to verify legal compliance.
- Protect confidential employee data in accordance with company policies and labour laws.
Labour Relations
- Serve as the primary union contact for grievances, negotiations, and labour disputes.
- Ensure compliance with CBA provisions.
- Lead collective bargaining, including cost analyses and contract proposals.
- Investigate workplace disputes, discipline, and grievances, ensuring consistent policy application.
- Address CBA-related performance issues and requirements.
- Administer benefits and leave in compliance with the CBA and legal requirements.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred — or equivalent professional experience.
- 7+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including at least 2 years in a unionized setting (if applicable).
- Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management required.
- Strong knowledge of labour laws (NLRA, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA) and CBA interpretation, where applicable.
- Experience managing union negotiations, grievance handling, and employee relations, where applicable
- Proficiency in HRIS systems, timekeeping software (e.g., Success Factors, UKG/UltiPro), and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive process improvements
- English required; additional language skills are a plus.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Strategic mindset, with a focus on HR best practices and operational efficiency.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing settings, balancing priorities effectively.
- Proactive problem solver with a data-driven approach to HR strategy.
- Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Minimal travel (less than 10%)
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com