Human resources generalist

*Position Summary* KTI Limited is hiring a contract Human Resources professional for a maternity leave coverage position ending April 30, 2028. The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for delivering comprehensive human resources support with a primary focus on payroll and benefits administration, employee relations, and leave and attendance management. The role serves as a trusted resource to employees and leaders, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable employment legislation while supporting a positive and productive workplace culture. *What?s in it for you?* · Full-time employment, 40hr/week · Location: Aurora, Ontario · Contract ending April 30, 2028 · Hybrid Work Schedule; currently 3 days in office and 2 days remote · Company Benefits such as LTD & Health/Dental benefits *Key Responsibilities:* _*Payroll & Benefits Administration*_ · Process full cycle payroll on a bi-weekly basis · Process and review payroll-related changes and additions · Manages employee lifecycle changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, leaves of absence, status changes, and terminations · Administer employee benefit programs and monitor changes · Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, deductions, and compensation _*Employee Relations*_ · Provide guidance and support to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and workplace concerns · Assist in resolving employee relations matters through consultation, investigation, and conflict resolution · Support performance management processes, including coaching, disciplinary actions, performance plans, and documentation · Conduct workplace investigations and maintain confidential records · Support employee engagement initiatives _*Leave & Attendance Management*_ · Administer vacation, sick leave, and statutory leaves · Coordinate full cycle return-to-work and accommodation processes · Track attendance and absenteeism trends _*Recruitment & Onboarding*_ · Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, and interviews · Prepare employment offers and complete onboarding · Facilitate new hire orientation _*HR Compliance, Reporting & Special Projects*_ · Maintain employee files and HRIS records · Prepare HR metrics and workforce reports · Support policy updates, audits, and HR projects · Monitoring, analyzing, and reporting metrics and organizational trends to leadership Any other duties which may be assigned to you from time to time by your manager. *Qualifications:* * Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Payroll Administration, or a related field. * Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experience, including payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, and leave management. * Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll practices and compliance, including payroll legislation, statutory remittances, taxable benefits, ROEs, and year-end processing. * Demonstrated ability to process payroll accurately, maintain data integrity, identify discrepancies, and handle confidential information with discretion. * Knowledge of employment and labour legislation, including the Employment Standards Act (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), AODA, and applicable legislation across multiple provinces. * Experience with payroll and HRIS systems; ADP Workforce Now experience is considered a strong asset. * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external stakeholders. * Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time-management skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Word. * CHRP designation (or working toward one) and/or PCP designation is considered an asset. _KTI Limited is an equal opportunity employer that thrives on a diverse, barrier-free, and inclusive environment welcoming applications from all._ _KTI Limited is committed to providing a barri