Since 1975, Cavalier Tool has been successfully servicing customers world-wide in the tooling industry. Cavalier has become an innovator by continuously advancing their employees, equipment, processes, services, and customer base. We are always looking to the current and future trends!
Boasting 250 employees, and three plants totaling 132,000 square feet, capacity to build tools from 250 to 4000-ton presses and producing over 300 molds per year, Cavalier Tool can handle any project of any size.
At Cavalier we are committed to PEOPLE - PROCESS - EQUIPMENT (In that order!)
About the Role
The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations and providing timely, professional support to employees and leaders across Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing. This role supports payroll, benefits administration, uniform orders, WSIB submissions, recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, conflict resolution, employee records, and general HR compliance while helping maintain a positive, people-focused workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and coordinate payroll accurately and on schedule, including employee hours, changes, deductions, updates, and related verification. This position is backup to the payroll specialist.
- Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, employee inquiries, and coordination with benefit providers.
- Coordinate uniform orders, track employee eligibility and requests, maintain accurate records.
- Prepare, submit, and follow up on WSIB documentation, claims, reporting, and related correspondence.
- Support conflict resolution by listening to employee concerns, documenting issues, facilitating respectful communication, and escalating matters when appropriate.
- Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, interviews, reference checks, offers, and candidate communication.
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation, paperwork, system and access requests, exit documentation, and employee file updates.
- Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, reports, forms, and HRIS/payroll information while ensuring confidentiality.
- Support attendance, performance management, policy administration, training coordination, employee relations, and compliance-related HR activities.
- Assist with HR projects, employee engagement initiatives, and continuous improvement activities that support Cavalier's PEOPLE - PROCESS - EQUIPMENT commitment.
- Participate as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC), supporting workplace health and safety initiatives, attending meetings, assisting with inspections, and helping ensure compliance with company policies and applicable legislation.
Qualifications & Experience
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist role.
- Experience supporting payroll, benefits administration, recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
- Working knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and HR compliance requirements, including ESA, AODA, WSIB, and related workplace legislation.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent employee service.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience using HRIS, payroll, or timekeeping systems is an asset.
Preferred Assets
- Experience with ADP
- Previous HR experience in a manufacturing, tooling, automotive, or industrial environment.
- Experience with WSIB claims administration, return-to-work processes, and workplace accommodation support.
- Familiarity with health and safety programs, training records, and workplace committee support.
What We Offer
- Competitive wage, health and dental benefits, and vacation time.
- A rewards program and employee recognition opportunities.
- Birthday celebrations, town hall meetings, team events, and other Cavalier surprises.
- A people-first workplace that values communication, accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
- The opportunity to contribute to a growing organization with strong roots in the tooling industry.
Check us out here:
https://www.cavaliertool.com
When you join the #CavalierArmy, you will enjoy a competitive wage, health and dental benefits, vacation time, a rewards program and other good times like birthday celebrations, town hall meetings and other surprises!
At our company, PEOPLE are our most important asset.
Accessibility & Equal Opportunity
Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and applicable provincial legislation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please advise us at [email protected] or by contacting HR at 519-944-2144
Other Notes
In accordance with the provincial legislation, a notice to applicants: This posting was helped by the use of AI tools such as ChatGPT, etc. However, no AI tools will be used to source, filter, or accept candidates by Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing. All qualified candidates who have moved forward in the hiring process will be promptly communicated with regardless of selection status. We strive to commit to this! If you have any questions, please contact us at the information above.
All interviewed candidates will be notified of news regarding their status with the position within a reasonable time. We thank you for your cooperation.
Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
