The HR Generalist will provide daily employee support, manage HR projects, oversee employee leaves, conduct internal audits, and maintain HR records. Duties include performance management, benefits support, and contributing to continual improvement efforts.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:
MAIN DUTIES:
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:
- Immediate, open position
- $60,000 - $85,000 annual compensation
- Completion of a Post Graduate College diploma or University degree in Human Resources required
- CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation preferred
- One to three years of previous Human Resources experience required
- Experience working with Workday or similar HRIS platforms is preferred
- Ability to use discretion in confidential and personal situations
- Excellent communication skills required in English (spoken and written)
- Knowledge of employment legislation required
- Excellent organizational skills, proven accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be self-motivated and professional
- Strong computer literacy required: MS Office; Excel/Word/Power Point/Outlook
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
MAIN DUTIES:
- Provides daily support to employees while fostering positive employee relations
- Leads and supports a variety of HR projects, updates ensuring completion and effective implementation
- Manages all hourly disability absences (STA, LTD), including administration and compensation
- Hourly employee leave management (LOA, Maternity, Paternity etc.) including updating HRIS
- Manage the yearly hourly performance feedback cycle
- Assist employees with APP administration, set-up and management
- CTPAT & TISAX Lead for Human Resources
- Lead/assist with internal Human Resources audits (MAFACT, TS, LEA etc.)
- Maintain accurate HR records, metrics, and documentation while supporting continuous improvement in HR processes
- Support and manage employee events
- Polycon Handbook management
- Provide support to benefits/payroll, training & development and recruitment activities
- Contribute consistently to 5S and Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Perform other duties as required
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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