HR Business Partner Contract 20-months

Summary

The HR Business Partner plays a critical role in translating business objectives into effective people strategies that strengthen engagement, performance, and operational success across an assigned client portfolio. Acting as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, this role delivers practical, people‑focused HR solutions within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The HRBP partners closely with plant management and business leaders while providing hands‑on support to hourly production employees, ensuring consistent employee experiences, strong labour relations, and a culture rooted in safety and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations activities, including workplace investigations and whistleblower complaints, providing clear reporting and actionable recommendations on policy interpretation, employment legislation, and risk mitigation
• Facilitate employee onboarding programs, strengthen engagement and culture, and ensure responsive, consistent HR support while promoting health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices
• Drive the rollout and execution of HR programs and annual cycles, including performance management, compensation, bonus, and engagement initiatives, while updating and administering HR policies as required. Facilitates and delivers presentations on HR programs, policies, and people initiatives to stakeholders across the organization
• Partner strategically with leaders to support business objectives, proactively identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities that impact organizational performance and results
• Promote and reinforce a safety‑first culture by actively supporting HSE priorities within the manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Business, Human Resources, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Community college education is considered an asset
• Experience: 5 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing or operational environment
• Professional Background: Experience supporting employee relations, HR programs, and leadership teams; exposure to a unionized environment is considered an asset
• Language Skills: Bilingual French/English preferred; additional languages such as Spanish are considered an asset
• Work Requirements: Ability to work in a hybrid environment with regular time on the plant floor and willingness to travel approximately 10%

Why Join Mattr?

• Flexible health, dental & vision benefits with HSA rollover
• Employer‑paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Attractive incentive bonus plans
• 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness and mental health support programs
• Exclusive discounts (Perkopolis & GoodLife Fitness)

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Xerxes, a division of Mattr is the largest manufacturer of underground fiberglass storage tanks in the world. With nearly 40 years of direct industry expertise, we are recognized as both a leading innovator and a trusted brand. We are always looking to add great people to the Mattr family, people whose skills and goals match our mission and values. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment where integrity and passion drives operational excellence, Mattr is for you!

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All recruiting activities are managed via our applicant tracking system. Please apply online to be considered for this opportunity.