Senior HR Generalist

Mansonville, QC
On-site
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior HR Generalist will act as the primary on-site HR partner, supporting managers and employees with recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. They will also oversee HR administration, compliance, benefits coordination, and training initiatives to ensure operational excellence.

Job details

Nexkemia is a growing manufacturing company committed to innovation, operational excellence, and employee development. We are seeking an experienced Human Resources professional who is looking to play a key role within our Quebec operations while serving as a trusted partner to both managers and employees. YOUR ROLE Reporting to the Canada HR Manager, you will act as the primary HR partner on-site, supporting managers and employees across a wide range of human resources activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES RECRUITMENT & ONBOARDING * Manage the full-cycle recruitment process. * Draft and post job advertisements. * Participate in interviews and candidate selection. * Coordinate new employee orientation and onboarding. * Monitor and manage probationary period follow-ups. EMPLOYEE RELATIONS & MANAGEMENT SUPPORT * Advise and support managers on human resources matters. * Manage employee relations issues and workplace concerns. * Participate in workplace investigations and disciplinary processes. * Support managers with performance management and employee development. * Participate in employee termination processes when required. HR ADMINISTRATION & COMPLIANCE * Maintain accurate and compliant employee records. * Coordinate documentation related to hires, promotions, transfers, leaves, and terminations. * Ensure compliance with employment legislation, pay equity requirements, and company policies. * Participate in HR audits and reporting activities. BENEFITS & LEAVE ADMINISTRATION * Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefit programs. * Coordinate administrative aspects of disability and leave cases. * Submit employee changes and required adjustments to the payroll team. * Liaise with insurance providers and external partners as needed. TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT * Coordinate training and employee development activities. * Monitor completion of mandatory training requirements. * Support the implementation of corporate HR programs and initiatives. * Analyze workforce trends and recommend practical solutions and improvements. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. * Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience in a generalist role. * Strong experience in employee relations and manager coaching. * Solid knowledge of Quebec employment legislation. * Bilingual in French and English. (regularly communicate, both verbally and in writing, with English-speaking employees located in Quebec and with colleagues and direct management across North America. In addition, corporate services and cross-functional activities, including Human Resources, Finance, Benefits Administration, Payroll Support, Information Technology, and leadership communications, are conducted in English in collaboration with teams based in the United States) * Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with an HRIS (ADP is considered an asset). WHAT SETS YOU APART * You build trust quickly with employees and managers. * You are approachable, patient, and an attentive listener. * You are skilled at influencing and coaching leaders. * You demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism. * You enjoy being present on the plant floor and partnering with the business. * You are organized, discreet, and able to manage multiple priorities. WHAT WE OFFER * Competitive salary * Comprehensive benefits program * Retirement savings plan * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Professional development opportunities * Dynamic and collaborative work environment PLEASE NOTE This position does not include payroll processing or day-to-day time and attendance administration. The incumbent supports the payroll function by submitting employee changes, required documentation, and payroll-related adjustments to the appropriate payroll resources. JOIN OUR TEAM This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing manufacturing organization where your HR expertise will help support employees, leaders, and business success.

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Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and possess at least five years of progressive HR experience. Proficiency in Quebec employment legislation and bilingualism in French and English are mandatory requirements.