The Human Resource Generalist will manage employee relations, assist with employment paperwork, coordinate job postings, and develop HR policies while maintaining confidentiality and a positive work environment.
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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:
Work Schedule:
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 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:
- Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Management
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
- Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must have the ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
- Must have the ability to make presentations to large groups.
- Must have ability to maintain complete confidentiality.
- Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
- Performs all employee relations activities, including but not limited to: Conflict resolution, follow-up on employee concerns/suggestions, communications, policy interpretation, etc.
- Assists Supervisors with employee issues, etc.
- Assist Employees with employment related paperwork (benefits, tax forms, payroll, etc.).
- Coordinates Recall, Lateral and Job Posting processes.
- Issues ID badges and Forklift authorizations.
- Performs employment verifications and background
- Maintains employee communication boards throughout the plant
- Efficiently, effectively and accurately enters employee information into required databases.
- Helps develop, implement, and monitor employee-related policies and procedures.
- Coordinates Human Resources projects as assigned by the Human Resources Supervisor or Manager.
- Maintains strict confidentiality in all employee related matters and information.
- Participates in task forces, committees, teams, etc.
- Participates in new hire orientations.
- Contributes to a healthy, positive and safe environment.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area.
- Participates in department and plant wide employee meetings.
- Completes documentation of activities as required.
- Submits cost reduction and Innovation ideas.
- Maintain and/or enhance the management/employee relationship.
- Performs other tasks as assigned
Work Schedule:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 5 AM - 2PM
- Tuesday, Thursday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Benefits:
- Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000
- Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
- Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
- Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.
- Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
- 401k and matching at 6 months.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- FSA/HSA.
- Company Paid Life Insurance.
- Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
- Paid Time Off.
- 13 Paid Holidays.
- On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
- Magna Family Scholarship.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Service Award Programs.
- Disaster Assistance Program.
- Profit Participation Program after 2 years.
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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