Sydney Thain, CHRP

Senior HR Manager known for shaping strong, inclusive workplace cultures and elevating employee engagement across multi-site, unionized bakery operations. Proven leader in change management, building trusted relationships that enable smooth transitions and constructive labour partnerships. Skilled at connecting leadership and frontline teams, aligning people strategies with business goals to drive retention, morale, and sustainable operational performance.

As a Human Resources Business Partner at Wonderbrands Inc., I support a manufacturing site by leading key people initiatives that strengthen workplace culture, talent development, and labour relations. I oversee Wonderbrands’ national apprenticeship program and maintain strong union relationships through clear communication, collective agreement guidance, and proactive issue resolution. I work closely with site leadership to drive culture-shifting efforts that improve engagement, support transformation, and enhance the overall employee experience. My focus is on creating a collaborative, high-performance environment where teams are empowered to do their best work.

In my role as a Human Resources Generalist at Hartmann North America, I collaborated with site leadership to optimize staffing levels for production needs, implemented HR strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention, and spearheaded training programs to drive performance excellence.

In my role as a Human Resources Generalist at Riverside Brass & Aluminum Foundry Limited, I successfully managed full-cycle recruitment, administered benefits programs, and collaborated with union representatives to ensure fair labor practices and compliance with regulations.