Human Resources Manager

**HR Manager (Operations \& Safety Focus)** **About Farm Girl** Farm Girl is a proudly Canadian food and beverage company focused on better\-for\-you products with scaled retail distribution. As production demand grows, we are strengthening our people, safety, and operational foundations to support a high\-performing manufacturing environment. **Position Overview** The HR Manager will lead all human resources functions with a strong focus on **supporting plant operations, frontline leadership, and workplace safety** . This role is deeply embedded in the day\-to\-day realities of a manufacturing facility, working closely with the Plant Manager and Production Supervisors to drive performance, engagement, and compliance. This individual will act as the **management representative on the Joint Health \& Safety Committee (JHSC)** and own all aspects of safety training and compliance in accordance with Ontario regulations. **Key Responsibilities** **HR Business Partner to Operations** * Partner closely with the **Plant Manager and Production Supervisors** to support daily workforce needs and operational goals * Provide guidance on employee relations, attendance management, and performance issues on the production floor * Support workforce planning, scheduling practices, and labour optimization in a shift\-based environment * Act as a trusted advisor to frontline leaders, building their capability in people management **Health, Safety \& Regulatory Compliance** * Own and continuously improve the company’s health and safety program in alignment with the Occupational Health and Safety Act **(OHSA)** * Serve as the **certified management representative on the JHSC** , ensuring compliance with legislative requirements (meetings, inspections, recommendations, and follow\-ups) * Manage all Workplace Safety and Insurance Board **(WSIB)** processes including claims management, return\-to\-work programs, and reporting * Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation * Ensure the plant is always audit\-ready and compliant with provincial regulations **Safety Training \& Culture** * Design, implement, and track all mandatory safety training (e.g., WHMIS, workplace violence/harassment, PPE, equipment safety) * Partner with Production Supervisors to ensure consistent training execution on the floor * Champion a **“safety\-first” culture** through coaching, communication, and leadership engagement * Monitor training compliance and maintain accurate records **Employee Relations \& Performance Management** * Lead employee relations matters including investigations, conflict resolution, and progressive discipline * Coach supervisors on performance management, documentation, and employment standards compliance * Support onboarding and retention strategies for hourly production employees * Promote a fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace aligned with Canadian employment standards **Policies, Compliance \& Administration** * Ensure compliance with **Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA)** and other applicable labour legislation * Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and workplace procedures * Maintain employee records, HRIS systems, and reporting metrics * Support audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions **Qualifications** * 5\+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in **food manufacturing or CPG environments** * Strong working knowledge of Ontario labour laws, including OHSA, WSIB, and ESA * Experience working directly with **production teams or plant operations** * Experience serving on or leading a **Joint Health \& Safety Committee (JHSC)** * Proven ability to deliver **hands\-on safety training** in a manufacturing setting * Strong employee relations and conflict resolution experience **Preferred** * Experience in food, beverage, or other regulated manufacturing environments * Familiarity with GMP and food safety standards * CHRP or CHRL designation (or in progress) * First Aid / Health \& Safety certifications **Key Competencies** * Practical, floor\-oriented leadership style * Strong understanding of manufacturing workforce dynamics * Confident communicator with frontline and leadership teams * Highly organized with strong follow\-through * Proactive problem\-solver with a compliance mindset **Why Join Farm Girl?** * Be part of a growing Canadian food brand scaling its operations * Work closely with operations leadership to shape culture and performance * High\-impact role with ownership over safety and people systems * Fast\-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment