Woodward Meats was founded in 1985 by Ken and Brian Woodward as a small steak-cutting operation focused on quality and service. Today it is still family owned and has grown into one of Ontario's premium meat suppliers, based in Oakville.
We supply chefs and foodservice establishments across Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area with beef, poultry, pork, lamb, seafood and more. Our products come from local Ontario farmers and trusted producers across Canada and around the world. In 2020 we added a direct-to-consumer business with home delivery, pickup and in-store shopping.
We are looking for an HR Generalist to join the team!
Reporting to the Human Resources lead, the HR Generalist will deliver hands-on, end-to-end HR support. You will be the first point of contact for employees and supervisors on the floor, handling everything from hiring and onboarding to health and safety and day-to-day employee relations.
Recruitment and onboarding
- Manage the full recruitment cycle for hourly production and entry-level salaried roles: job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing and offers.
- Partner with supervisors on both shifts to forecast staffing needs and fill vacancies quickly.
- Prepare offer letters and new hire paperwork, and maintain accurate employee files.
- Assist in delivering new hire orientation, including company policies, GMP, food safety, allergen awareness and health and safety training.
- Track probationary periods and support supervisors with probation reviews.
Health and safety
- Support the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC), including scheduling meetings, taking minutes and tracking action items.
- Participate in workplace inspections, incident and near-miss investigations, and root cause analysis.
- Coordinate first aid, WHMIS, lockout/tagout, forklift and other mandatory safety training, and keep training records current.
- Manage workplace injury reporting and return-to-work / modified duties programs, if applicable.
Employee relations
- Act as the first point of contact for employee questions and concerns on policies, pay, benefits and scheduling.
- Coach supervisors on attendance management, performance conversations and progressive discipline.
- Conduct or support workplace investigations and document findings.
- Help resolve conflicts fairly and consistently, escalating complex matters to the HR Lead.
- Conduct exit interviews and track turnover trends.
HR administration and compliance
- Maintain employee records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Ensure HR practices comply with employment standards, human rights and privacy legislation.
- Prepare HR reports and metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism, time-to-fill, incident rates).
- Help update the employee handbook and HR policies.
Qualifications
Required
- 3-5 years of HR experience covering the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, health and safety, and employee relations.
- Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
- Working knowledge of employment standards, occupational health and safety, and human rights legislation.
- Experience supporting a shift-based or hourly workforce.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Salary Range of $60,000-$80,000 dependent on experience and qualifications.
How to apply
Submit your resume and apply through LinkedIn posting directly. Woodward Meats is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations throughout the recruitment process on request.
We look forward to hearing from you!
