HR Business Partner

About the Company

Export Packers Company Limited is a multi-faceted, growth-oriented international food company. Since 1937, this privately owned family company based in Ontario, Canada, has built itself into a global food expert, providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to its industry partners. The company's success is driven by its dedicated employees' professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our Head office is located in Brampton, Ontario.

Role Summary

The HR Business Partner is an impactful role in the organization, where the incumbent acts as an advisor and partner to employees and managers. The HRBP proactively drives, supports and executes People & Culture initiatives while enabling the business to meet strategic objectives. The incumbent will serve as the key point of contact for all people-related matters and will partner directly with leaders to maximize engagement, retention, and performance.

Responsibilities

People Operations:

• Own the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, documentation, and system setup
• Develop and update people related programs, policies, and procedures in line with business needs and compliance with provincial legislation (ON, QC, BC)
• Support and advise employees and managers on P&C policies, benefits, and procedures
• Champion Health & Safety compliance, including participation in Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive consistency and enhance employee experience
• Ensure P&C practices reflect diversity, equity, and inclusion across all employee touchpoints

People Data & Analytics:

• Manage and maintain accurate HRIS data and employee records
• Generate and analyze people metrics to deliver data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership
• Create reports and dashboards that support strategic decision-making

Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Act as a key point of contact for employee concerns, handling them with professionalism, confidentiality, and empathy. Conduct investigations and document outcomes for performance, conduct, or conflict matters
• Monitor workplace sentiment and proactively escalate concerns to P&C leadership
• Stay abreast of evolving employment law and ensure company-wide compliance

Change Management and Program Development/Support:

• Advise managers on team structures and workforce planning to meet evolving needs
• Support, lead and contribute to various cross-functional P&C initiatives and any special projects that help enhance the employee experience and organizational effectiveness. Examples include talent and performance management, succession planning, leadership development, etc.
• Collaborate with leaders to assess learning needs and develop applicable training solutions
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a Generalist capacity.
• Bachelor's degree / College Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CHRP/CHRL, PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or related HR certification is preferred.
• Experience working on HRIS systems to manage employee data, including employee change processes (e.g., promotions, transfers, salary adjustments).
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and knowledge of HR-related legislation.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple administrative tasks efficiently.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• This position is based in a professional office setting, with work primarily performed at a desk using a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.

Benefits

• Hybrid – 1 day work from home per week
• Summer hours (half day off every Friday between Victoria Day weekend and Labor Day weekend)
• Competitive vacation and Personal day policy
• Employee Discounts on the consumables
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Benefits
• RRSP Match Program

Export Packers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with Export Packers in accordance with Federal and provincial laws.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Export Packers has an Accommodation Policy as part of our hiring process. Should you require accommodation, please advise the People & Culture Department.

Please note: A criminal background check is required for all candidates and will be conducted in the final stages of the hiring process. This will be facilitated by our team, with full details provided during the selection process.