Are you known for your ability to unite teams, foster a strong organizational culture, and act as a strategic HR pillar? Are you motivated by the idea of contributing to the growth of a transforming company while ensuring a human and proactive approach to managing human capital? This role is tailor-made for you. Our partner, a major international company in the agri-food sector experiencing strong growth in Canada, is looking for a Human Resources Director for its production site located in Sorel-Tracy. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources based at the head office, the selected candidate will play a key role in deploying local organizational strategies while embodying the company’s values on the ground.

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Tasks

• Act as a strategic partner to local management to support business initiatives with aligned, effective, and responsible HR practices.
• Promote and embed the company culture by supporting managers and teams in their day-to-day operations.
• Ensure smooth labor relations in a unionized environment and represent the employer in various labor relations committees.
• Support managers in interpreting and applying the collective agreement, particularly in grievance management.
• Lead talent management activities: staffing, engagement, skills development, performance, and succession planning.
• Oversee the local implementation of corporate HR programs and policies.
• Measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives using key performance indicators (KPIs) and suggest adjustments to optimize results.
• Develop internal communication strategies to strengthen employee engagement.
• Design and implement training plans to support the professional growth of plant employees.
• Be actively present on the ground to stay connected with teams, understand their challenges, and adjust practices accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Actively participate in the plant’s management committee.
• Perform any other related duties and manage projects as requested.

Advantages

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from the first day (negotiable depending on experience), plus personal and sick days.
• Comprehensive group insurance fully covered by the employer.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Health and wellness account.
• Travel allowance if you live more than 50 km from the workplace.
• Opportunity to build and promote a new human resources culture.

Job requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in human resources management, including at least 5 years in a unionized industrial environment in Quebec.
• Excellent knowledge of labor relations and employment standards legislation.
• Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
• Experience in implementing HR programs and managing change.
• Excellent communication skills in French, both spoken and written.
• Good ability to communicate in English in a professional context with international colleagues and partners.
• Collaborative leadership style focused on results, active listening, and positive influence.
• CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation is a strong asset.