Human Resources Advisor

Location: Vaughan -Part Time

Commercial Design Systems Inc. (CDS) is a trusted leader in the manufacturing and distribution of architectural aluminum products, with more than 30 years of industry expertise. As a growing group of three complementary businesses, CDS is built on craftsmanship, precision, and strong customer partnerships.

We are a hands-on, entrepreneurial organization where people roll up their sleeves, solve problems, and take pride in doing good work. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an HR Advisor who is excited by the opportunity to build, learn, and make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the President, this is a unique opportunity to step into your first broad HR role and help build foundational HR practices from the ground up. As the organization’s first dedicated HR resource, you will not be stepping into a fully built HR function, you will help create it.

This role is best suited for someone who is curious, resourceful, and comfortable figuring things out as they go. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, balancing both administrative and strategic work, and partnering closely with leaders across multiple sites. If you are looking for structure, defined processes, and a narrow scope, this role is likely not the right fit. If you are motivated by variety, ownership, and the opportunity to build something meaningful, you will thrive here.

As a part-time role, this position is ideal for someone looking for a rewarding opportunity that provides the right balance between work and personal life.

What You Will Be Doing

• Maintain a regular presence on the shop floor to build relationships, understand workforce dynamics, and support front-line leadership
• Act as the primary HR partner across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring consistency while adapting to local operational needs
• Support the development and implementation of foundational HR policies, programs, and processes
• Conduct workplace investigations and support the resolution of employee relations issues
• Coach and support supervisors on performance management, including feedback, corrective action, and employee development
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, from job postings through onboarding
• Support and coordinate health & safety activities, including inspections, incident tracking, and JHSC participation
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
• Support benefits administration and respond to employee inquiries
• Prepare employment-related documentation (letters, changes, etc.)
• Track and analyze basic HR metrics (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, recruitment effectiveness) to support decision-making

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field
• Approximately three years of experience in a generalist or advisor-level HR role
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or logistics is strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of Ontario employment standards and HR best practices
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with both employees and leaders
• Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in an environment where priorities shift
• Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Taking initiative without waiting for direction
• Being comfortable with ambiguity and learning through experience
• Building strong, practical relationships across the business
• Balancing detail-oriented administrative work with broader problem-solving
• Bringing a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to challenges

Additional Details

• Hybrid role with travel between Vaughan and the KWCG Region as needed

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your HR career in a practical, hands-on environment where you can make a visible impact, we would like to hear from you.

CDS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), CDS will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

This posting is for a current vacancy. Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person