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Senior Human Resources Generalist

AT Magna International
Magna International

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Newmarket, Canada

Job Number: 70031
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Division: Dortec - Bradford
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY
Work Style: On-Site

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

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About the Role

Responsible for the day-to-day activities related to Staffing, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Training and general Employee Relations to ensure improved quality of work life for all employees in an identified client group, in accordance with the principles of the "Magna Employees' Charter".

Your Responsibilities

  • Assists in the preparation of the HR Strategic and Operating Plan.
  • Ensures regular MBWA (Management By Walking Around) and available presence within the identified Client Group - ensuring C48 Policy compliance on employee inquiries.
  • Manages all staffing activities including the preparation of job postings, maintenance of requisitions, conducting internal and external searches, interviewing candidates, making hiring recommendations to Managers, providing feedback to candidates, wage analysis and the preparation of all employment offers and related paperwork.
  • Develops and facilitates HR and H&S related training and conducts presentations to the client group, as needed.
  • Leads performance management activities within assigned client group including Progressive Discipline, Annual, Semi-Annual and Probationary Performance Reviews and related development planning.
  • Participates in the development and continual updating of company policies, programs and the Employee Handbook in accordance with legislated requirements.
  • Advises and assists Managers/Employees with work/non-work related issues and the interpretation and administration of company policies and procedures to ensure fair and consistent treatment company wide.
  • Ensures the effective implementation of Dortec employee orientation programs.
  • Participates in the Hotline procedure, including Hotline administration and investigation.
  • Prepares month-end charts and reports for QOS measurables (as assigned) in a timely manner.
  • Conducts exit interviews with departing employees.
  • Ensures effective and accurate administration of employee records, including, but not limited to: organization charts, training, benefit and general employee information both in employee files and related employee database systems (ie. HRIS, Magna HRIS and HR databases).
  • HR Lead for TWI (Training Within Industry) program
  • Ensures excellent customer service both internally and externally at all times.
  • Accountable to ensure zero non-conformance on all periodic TS 16949 and ISO 14001 audits

Health and Safety:

  • Liases with the EHS team on Health and Safety program activities relative to the client group, ensuring awareness and involvement in disability claims (WSIB/STD/LTD) and return to work program effectiveness.
  • Reviews Accident/Incident reports generated from Client Group and follows-up as required.
  • Ensures all job required safety training is conducted within set parameters for employees within client group.
  • Corrects unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring all health and safety policies are followed.

General:

  • Monitors new and revised legislation and ensures compliance to legislated requirements in the area of Human Resources.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of all information obtained, written or verbal, within the Human Resources Department.
  • Maintains a professional customer service oriented manner within the company and supports the corporate image as per Human Resources departmental objectives and company policies.
  • Performs special projects as assigned and other duties as required

Who we are looking for

Completion of community college diploma/certificate
3 to less than 5 years of work related experience
Minimum completion of post-secondary education, preferably in Human Resources Management
Minimum 2 - 5 years related Human Resources experience
Working towards CHRP designation

Your preferred qualifications

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.

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.

Site Benefits

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Client-provided location(s): Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON, Canada
Job ID: Magna_International-586107017
Employment Type: Other