Manager of People & Culture – Tru Earth

Location: On-site in Burlington, Ontario

Note: The plant is currently operating in Mississauga and is scheduled to relocate to Burlington in May/June. The successful candidate must be willing to work in Mississauga initially and transition to Burlington following the move.

Compensation: $85,000-$100,000/Annual

Type: Permanent, Full Time

Vacancy: New Role

At Tru Earth, we are more than a manufacturing company; we are a proud B-Corp Certified and ESG-certified organization committed to reducing plastic waste and creating meaningful environmental impact. When you join our team, you are not just stepping into an HR role; you are helping build a cleaner world. Every hire, every safety initiative, and every culture decision supports our critical cause to drive true, lasting change that cares for your future, while creating a workplace where people feel valued and proud of their work.

Tru Earth is seeking a confident, dedicated Manager of People & Culture (Ontario) with experience in rapidly growing operations to support our Burlington manufacturing and office facilities. This role is embedded in the plant's daily life, working hands-on and in close partnership with the VP of Operations, Senior Operations Manager, Manager of P&C (BC), Supervisors, and all employees to ensure a safe, respectful, and high-performing work environment.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys being on the floor connecting with employees, and works as part of a collaborative leadership team. This individual is skilled in balancing employee support, safety oversight, recruitment, employee engagement, and day-to-day HR execution.

Value of this role & Core Responsibilities

Leadership, Employee Engagement & Performance

• Serve as a visible, approachable presence within the plant, building trust with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Support supervisors and managers in having thoughtful, collaborative, timely conversations around performance expectations.
• Partner with leaders to navigate workplace concerns, misunderstandings, and team dynamics with fairness, care, and consistency.
• Provide guidance during difficult conversations to ensure people are heard, respected, and treated with dignity.
• Support leaders in addressing attendance, conduct, and performance matters in a way that balances accountability with respect.
• Conduct and manage complex or sensitive workplace investigations, including complaints, conflict resolution, and other concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all employee matters.

Employee Health & Safety and Well-Being

• Promote a proactive safety culture with supervisors and employees.
• Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario health & safety legislation and internal safety standards.
• Support and oversee health & safety programs within the plant environment.
• Participate in and support Joint Occupation