HR Generalist

**Job Number**: 65380
**Group**: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
**Division**: Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting Group Office

**Job Type**: Permanent/Regular
**Location**: BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY
**Work Style**:
**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.

**About the Role**:
Responsible for the day-to-day activities related to Staffing, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Health and Safety, 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 Employee's 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
- 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, 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.
- Prepares month-end charts and reports 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).
- Ensures excellent customer service both internally and externally at all times.
- Accountable to ensure zero non-conformance on all periodic audits.
- Leads HR Programs and Projects as assigned within the HR Annual Calendar and Strategic Plan.

**Who we are looking for**:

- Leads by Example
- Positive and Professional attitude
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Team oriented, communicates well with others and able to interact with people at all levels and departments
- Presents to Others
- Confronts Issues
- Follows Through
- Sound Computer Knowledge
- Analytical

**Your preferred qualifications**:

- 2-3 years related HR Generalist experience required preferably in some or all of the following areas: benefits administration, conflict resolution, workplace investigation, employee relations, payroll experience, HRIS;
- Thorough understanding of HR related legislation required;
- Experience with Workday and Ceridian Dayforce an asset;
- Minimum completion of post-secondary education, preferably in Human Resources Management

**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**:

- Competitive total rewards package
- Comprehensive employer paid health and dental benefits, with the option of flex plans
- Retirement Savings Program with employer match
- Magna Base Contribution & Profit Sharing program
- Paid Time Off
- Continuous professional development, tuition reimbursement
- Employee purchase discounts program
- Safety Shoes allowance
- Employee BBQs and Events

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