WHO WE ARE

Since 1985 North Star has been an industry leader in manufacturing attractive and energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors. Whether building a new home or upgrading to today’s standards, North Star has an extensive range of quality, energy-efficient and full-featured windows that are not only beautiful, but offer exceptional value. We are committed to best-in-class manufacturing technology and ensure all our products consistently exceed industry standards. This is supported by a network of dealers with a reputation for providing quality workmanship and attentive customer service. For 36 years, North Star has been manufacturing quality windows and doors, delivering great service and providing exceptional value.
North Star Windows & Doors is a growing company in the building products industry backed by Cornerstone Building Brands, providing us with stability and strength in the North American market. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in North America with brands you’ve come to know and trust. We have endless building product options from standard to specialty to customized to whatever you’re looking for. But it’s our service capabilities that sets us apart.
At North Star Windows & Doors, we strive to produce a continuous stream of market leading products and services. We are creative and seek to recognize, embrace and apply new ideas and commercialize them more quickly than our competitors. We relentlessly seek to raise the bar on our products and services. We establish a reputation for innovation, quality and service that differentiates us from our competitors and enables us to tailor products and services to be the market leader.
Our building solutions are the cornerstone of the communities we serve. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

WHAT THE COMPANY EXPECTS OF OUR TEAM

• Bring yourself fully to work each day
• Playing your role on the team so together we Win as One
• Welcoming and Driving Change to support our continued evolution
• Help drive the success of our Canadian Business through living our universal core values
• Making an Impact to ensure our continued success
• This is a fully on-site role at our manufacturing facility located at 40684 Talbot Line in St. Thomas, Ontario
  Job Description
  We are seeking a motivated and collaborative HR Generalist to join our Human Resources Operations team at our St. Thomas, Ontario plant. This is a fully in office, hands-on role within a dynamic manufacturing environment where you will have the opportunity to develop broad HR expertise while contributing directly to the success of the business and our employees. Occasional travel to sites within the business unit is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or Post-Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management
• CHRP certification or working toward designation is preferred
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Human Resources
• Experience in manufacturing industry is strongly preferred
• Prior experience or exposure to HRIS systems and payroll procedures (Dayforce knowledge is a strong asset)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams) is required
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
• Results-driven, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment and decision-making
• Thrives in dynamic, seasonal environments with the ability to step outside of comfort zones and adapt quickly to changing workforce needs
• Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 PM
• This role requires flexibility to adjust the work schedule on a biweekly basis to ensure the night shift team has access to HR support (e.g., 5:30 AM–2:00 PM every other Friday)
  Additional Information
  North Star Windows is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the HR Generalist collaborates closely with plant leadership, Canadian HR team and HR COE’s to develop and drive strategic and operational human resources programs and initiatives.
Responsibilities include employee relations, workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, employee retention, coaching and development, compliance, conflict management, administrative support, project management and ad hoc initiatives. This role will support onboarding and offboarding, serve as the HR systems and process owner and provide day-to-day HR support to employees and leaders, in partnership with the broader Human Resources team. Occasional travel to sites within the business unit is required.