Human Resources Generalist

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Human Resources Generalist supporting HR programs and employee relations at IPEX in Saint-Jacques. Collaborating with teams to implement HR policies, talent acquisition, and engagement initiatives.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeSaint-Jacques • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR program implementation, talent acquisition, and employee relations within a unionized environment. Proficient in conflict management, performance management, and fostering employee engagement while ensuring compliance with labor laws and corporate policies.

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Unionized Environment ExperienceCollective Agreement InterpretationHR Program ImplementationBilingual in English and FrenchConflict Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsOnboarding ProgramsHR Policy DevelopmentDisability ManagementHR Metrics AnalysisCoaching and DevelopmentGrievance ManagementWorkforce Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsJudgment and TactCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesLabor RelationsManufacturing SectorQuebec LegislationEmployee Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the implementation and rollout of HR programs, policies and procedures, including talent acquisition, performance management and employee relations
Act as a trusted partner to the management team by promoting exemplary HR practices that contribute to a respectful, inclusive and high-performing work environment
Support managers in a unionized environment, including interpreting and applying collective agreements, employment standards and internal policies
Serve as a point of contact for labor relations, including grievance management, investigations, disciplinary actions and preparation for negotiations, in collaboration with the HR team
Develop and deliver effective onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a positive employee experience from the time of hire
Advise and support managers and employees on various HR matters (conflict management, performance, attendance, workplace climate) and refer complex cases to centers of expertise when required
Contribute to maintaining harmonious relations between the employer and the union
Implement innovative HR initiatives that foster employee engagement, mobilization and retention
Collaborate with managers to support talent development (workforce planning, career pathing, coaching)
Actively participate in engagement initiatives and in monitoring workplace climate
Serve as a liaison among employees, management, corporate HR and payroll to ensure effective communication and issue resolution
Coordinate disability management and return-to-work processes for non-occupational absences, in accordance with applicable laws and policies
Provide HR training to supervisors and employees and ensure training records are kept up to date
Support HR business partners and Centers of Expertise (COEs) in analyzing HR trends and metrics
Conduct exit interviews and make recommendations for continuous improvement
Develop, update and maintain site-specific HR policies, procedures and documentation in compliance with corporate requirements and Quebec legislation

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in human resources, business administration, organizational development, industrial relations or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3 to 5 years of experience in an HR role, including experience in a unionized environment, preferably in the manufacturing sector
Excellent knowledge of collective agreements and the ability to interpret and apply their provisions with rigor and consistency
Ability to provide sound advice with tact, diplomacy and judgment, including in sensitive or high-pressure situations
Demonstrated ability to coach, influence and support managers and employees at various levels
Strong analytical skills and the ability to resolve complex problems
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal, communication and conflict management skills, with a high level of professionalism and discretion
Proven ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with internal partners
Bilingual in English and French (spoken and written)

Benefits

Comp & perks

IPEX makes every effort to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities throughout the interview process
Will work with qualified candidates to provide appropriate accommodations to address accessibility needs arising from a disability