Human Resources Business Partner

Join Our Team at AMBICO – A World-Class Manufacturer of Doors, Frames, and Windows!

Are you ready to open the door to an exciting career in manufacturing? Our dynamic and innovative door manufacturing company is looking for passionate individuals to join our team!

AMBICO is a family-owned business with a proud legacy of excellence dating back to 1955. As a world-class manufacturer of high-performance and decorative doors, frames, and windows, our mission is to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients while maintaining a commitment to quality, precision, and design.

At AMBICO, we believe in opening doors to opportunity not just for our customers but also for our team members. With decades of expertise and a dedicated in-house engineering team, we partner with communities, clients, and collaborators worldwide to create products that make a lasting impact. Together, we are shaping the future of Specialty doors that keep people, information, and property safe.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides proactive HR support and guidance to designated business units. The HRBP is a trusted advisor and coach to managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters, including employee relations, talent development, compliance, recruitment, and organizational effectiveness. This role works collaboratively across departments to help foster a high-performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a strategic partner to managers and employees, ensuring alignment between business objectives and HR practices.
• Provide daily HR guidance and interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Address employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and support conflict resolution in alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation (ESA, AODA, OSHA, etc.) and internal standards. Draft and recommend policies for approval and implement as required.
• Partner with and support hiring managers through talent acquisition processes, including job postings, interviewing, and selection. Manage effective onboarding programs that support employee integration and retention.
• Support the implementation of performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Identify and facilitate employee training and development opportunities in alignment with company learning initiatives. Coordinate and deliver training sessions related to compliance, leadership, and professional development to promote continuous learning.
• Utilize HR systems and tools to maintain employee records and generate reports.
• Contribute to the HR system management by inputting data and ensuring information is current and accurate. Support data analysis initiatives to provide insights on turnover, engagement, and other key HR metrics.
• Support initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Collaborate on employee engagement activities and feedback mechanisms (e.g., surveys, focus groups).
• Partner with health and safety leaders to promote and maintain a safe workplace.
• Support return-to-work and accommodation programs.
• Conduct research and prepare reports with analysis and recommendations on HR programs, policies and procedures for the continuous improvement of HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• Work collaboratively and safely with colleagues in cross-functional roles and departments for related projects.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• College diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation or equivalent, an asset. 
• Minimum of 4 years of HR experience with some experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, an asset, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and labour laws for compliance requirements.
• Experience using HR systems.
• Experience delivering HR services in a medium-sized company, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Experience managing full-cycle talent acquisition, including onboarding programs.
• Experience providing coaching and guidance to managers and employees.
• Experience implementing performance management practices in a unionized environment.
• Experience developing and implementing training and development programs is an asset.

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Focus: The extent to which employees know their customers (both internal and external) identifies their needs and serves them in a professional and courteous manner that is satisfactory.
• Teamwork: Working co-operatively and collaboratively with others to achieve group and organizational goals.
• Professionalism: The extent to which the employee consistently demonstrates and maintains proper workplace behaviour ethics, and values in performing job duties, interacting with co-workers, customers and general public presenting a positive image of the company.
• Adaptability: The ability to readily adjust one’s behavior and react positively to change to meet the demands of a changing work environment. Understands and appreciates different and opposing perspectives on an issue, adapting one’s approach as the requirements of a situation change, and changing or easily accepting changes in one’s own organization or job requirements.
• Communication: The ability to clearly deliver and receive information to communicate effectively with others in both written and spoken forms.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: The capacity to recognize, systematically clarify and define problematic situations by applying a clear, logical thought process to understand the situation, identify solution/s for their consequences and selecting /recommending the best course of action.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Extensive computer use and may involve long periods of sitting.
• Extensive mental effort to analyze information and prepare written materials.
• Significant relationship management with stakeholders, which may include conflict management or difficult situations.
• This position is normally on site at least 3 days a week.

POSTING INFORMATION:

• This is for an existing vacancy.
• Annual Salary: CA$ 64,193 – CA$ 75,521
• This is a full-time term position until October 2026

WHY JOIN AMBICO?

AMBICO offers more than just a job; we provide a fulfilling career with the following benefits:

• Competitive Salary and Performance-Based Incentives: Your hard work and contributions are rewarded.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Ensuring you and your family are supported.
• Paid Time Off and a Supportive Work Environment: Work-life balance and a team that values your well-being.
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Training: Grow your skills and advance your career with us.
• Work with a Team that Values Family, Tradition, and Excellence: Be part of a legacy built on trust and innovation.

AMBICO is committed to diversity and equity in our workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Women, Aboriginal persons, Persons with disabilities, Ethnic minorities, Persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, Visible minorities, and others who may contribute to the diversification of our workforce and share our values.

If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us at hr@ambico.com as soon as possible if you require any adaptive measures to support your participation. We provide accommodation to ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.

Apply Today!

Apply by sending your resume to recruitment@ambico.com and quote 25-26 Human Resources Business Partner in the subject line by September 16, 2025 by 4:00 pm ET.

Note: Interviews will be conducted regularly and may take place before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us at hr@ambico.com as soon as possible if you require any adaptive measures to support your participation. We provide accommodation to ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.