Human Resources Manager – Direct Hire
- Reference Number
- CS35542219
- Date Posted
- 09/01/2026
- Province
- Ontario
- City
- Tillsonburg
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Salary Range
- $120 000 /yr
The Human Resources Manager role is a facility specific role and is the lead for the department to successfully meet the facility goals and objectives and manages all People & Culture functions within the plant. Ensures compliance to all regulations. Provides information to other leaders as necessary. The HR Manager reports directly to the Director of Human Resources with a dotted line to the President of Company.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide direction and guidance to the General Manager, Site team managers and all other team members on HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency
- Actively participate as a functional resource on business team ensuring human resources is an integral part of the business strategy
- Keep team members, managers, general manager and leadership members advised on changes
- Play an integral part in the facility engagement survey results through integrating cultural values in the day-to-day business activities
- Provide direction to Site Management in interpretation and application of employee-related policies, practices and procedures, as well as applicable laws if applicable, governmental regulations, and internal investigations to enhance consistency and maintain and improve the work environment of the facility.
- Provide employment and personnel services including hiring new employees, administering benefits, providing appropriate training, and ensuring a safe work environment. Coordinate programs for management recruiting and selection. Ensure the effective delivery of support services for the internal posting program.
- Provide directives considering impact upon the company (financial), employee engagement, and consideration for the future (new practices, policies, and procedures)
- Support and maintain regional point of contacts for competitive businesses for local wage and benefit surveys to be conducted
- Formulate and/or implement policies, practices and procedures related to employment practices, appropriate training, benefits, and safety
- Develop and coordinate, training, development, and promotion to ensure proper and effective staffing, personnel selection and practices, manpower planning and succession planning, skills development, training, policy & practice interpretation and application.
- Preparation of presentations for Department and Leadership Meetings Ensure the timely updating of Action Plans, Departmental Goals, Key Performance Indicators and provide reports as required or requested.
- Monitor departmental spending, provide input into business planning and annual budget.
- Comply with requirements as outlined in the company handbook and OHSA.
- Follows and comply with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs.
Compensation: $115K + (negotiable based on experience)
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business-related degree
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in challenging senior HR positions with deep knowledge of manufacturing operations
- Strong knowledge of employment law
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing philosophy is a definite asset
- High energy and self-motivated; confident leading change
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and presentation skills
- Requires some experience in employee relations, benefits, compensation, personnel and training with a working knowledge of operations
Required Skills & Expertise:
- Hands-On, Roll-Up-Your-Sleeves personality
- Bias for action – reacts promptly to issues with appropriate actions/responses
- Ability to thrive in a “Lean and Mean” resource conscious organization
- Capable of managing multiple challenging assignments concurrently; moving swiftly and decisively, but collaboratively and effectively with others
- Effective problem solver
- Perceptive, responsible and accountable
- Team player
Your Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- Health, dental, and vision coverage as well as Extended Health
- Virtual healthcare
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Fitness membership discount
- Many other perks
- Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
Financial Benefits
- Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
- RRSP Match Program
- Life and travel insurance for you and your family
- Profit Sharing
- Employee Discount Program
Time Off & Culture
- Vacation Entitlement – Negotiable
- Regular company events and team activities
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
If this sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to apply today! This position is immediately available.
Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in integrated human capital solutions, delivering tailored services in recruitment, assessment and upskilling, operational efficiency, healthcare, and workplace wellbeing. We partner directly with employers to offer candidates the best opportunities at no cost, with a human-centered approach.
Recruitment decisions are led by our team. We may occasionally pilot AI-supported screening tools to support efficiency, but they are not a fixed part of our selection process. All hiring decisions are made by people, and candidates will be informed if any AI tool is involved in their assessment in accordance with the Employment Standards Act.
Drake International is an equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact your Branch Representative.
Job Snapshot
- Date Posted
- 09/01/2026
- Job Category
- GL - Manufacturing
- Location
- Tillsonburg, ON
- Job Type
- Permanent