human resources

About the Role

Are you passionate about Human Resources and Health & Safety? Do you want to grow your career in a dynamic environment where learning and development are encouraged? Poly-Nova Technologies is seeking a Human Resources Generalist who is eager to make an impact and develop their HR expertise. This position is an open vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Health & Safety Leadership: Develop and maintain safety programs, ensure compliance with OHSA, WSIB, and WHMIS, lead the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JEHSC), conduct investigations, and manage WSIB claims.
• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Manage the full recruitment cycle, partner with hiring managers, and implement strategies to attract top talent.
• Employee Development: Oversee onboarding, maintain training programs, and support learning initiatives.
• Employee Relations: Act as the first point of contact for employees, fostering a positive and productive workplace.
• Employee Engagement: Coordinate engagement activities, including company events and social club initiatives.
• Policy Development & Interpretation: Research, update, and interpret policies to ensure compliance.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to ESA, OHSA, Human Rights Code, and company policies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (HR certifications are an asset).
• Minimum 3 years of HR and Health & Safety experience.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and employment/health & safety legislation.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (Dayforce preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability build relationships.
• Positive, professional attitude under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to learn and grow in HR and Health & Safety.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, as needed, to support a 3-shift operation.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range is $60,000 to $71,500
• Group Benefits from day one
• Group Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company Events
• Paid Time Off

Apply Today

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, submit your resume and join a team that values precision, quality, and continuous improvement.

Accessibility

Poly-Nova Technologies is committed to providing an accessible workplace. If you require an accommodation of any kind during the recruitment process, please notify the recruiter during any aspect of the hiring process.

Who Are We?

Poly-Nova opened in Guelph in 1996. We have a 30,000 square foot manufacturing plant and employ about 150 employees. We produce rubber products for the automotive & power transmission industries. Our areas of expertise are in rubber molding, material development, engineering, injection molding and over molding.

We were purchased by Starlim Sterner in 2011, market leaders in Silicone Liquid Injection Molding, with the head office in Austria and a manufacturing plant in London Ontario.

We are certified IATF16949, and we take quality seriously. Our customers choose us for many reasons; we collaborate with them to deliver a solution, we are exceptional at design & development, we stand behind our products, and we are continually advancing technologically. We can exceed customer expectations because of the commitment & dedication of our employees. We are also proud to say we have ISO & ISO 14001 certifications. We are committed to being a healthy, safe, and environmentally conscious workplace.