Human Resources Manager

Group Description

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

This job is responsible for the development, leadership and execution of HR Programs which result in the maximization of Human Capital, Quality of Work Life for all employees and a high degree of Employee Satisfaction at all levels of the organization, in accordance with the principles of the Magna Employee Charter

• Promote company culture and ensure discipline to all company policies and procedures.
• Responsible and accountable to lead, manage, support and provide direction to all staff within the department through effective goals/objectives setting, performance monitoring and reviews, communication, and the execution of on-the-job training and development plans.
• Ensures a robust department structure by maintaining effective staffing levels and creating succession plans and related employee development plans to support current and future needs. 
• Develops and executes an annual strategic plan for the department supporting company performance objectives and industry/field related benchmarking and trends
• Collects, measures and monitors data related to the overall effectiveness of the department; benchmarking and analyzing these trends to establish action plans for continuous improvement (QOS process).
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures, as needed to support changing business demands.
• Facilitates effective two-way communication through department meetings (minimum monthly) and an Open-Door philosophy.
• Facilitates and promotes a work environment based on fairness and concern for people, in accordance with the principles of the Magna Employee Charter.
• Ensures visibility and accessibility to employees, by practicing Management by Walking Around (MBWA).
• Accountable for department budget preparation, approval and attainment.

 

• Responsible for the development, leadership and continuous improvement of effective Human Resources programs, including Positive Employee Relations, Staffing and Retention, Employee Orientation, Training and Development, Communications, Compensation and Employee Benefits and Organizational Change Management (participation in the development of Formet’s overall HR Strategic Plan).
• Responsible for developing, promoting and mentoring a work environment and company culture of open communication, teamwork and positive working relationships between management and employees.
• Responsible for the effective execution of the Organization Development strategy within respective area of responsibility (i.e. Front-Line Management Level Succession and Employee Development Plans).
• Responsible and accountable for the leadership and effective implementation of EHS programs which result in A Safe and Healthful Workplace within respective area of responsibility (active involvement in the development of the EHS Strategy).
• Responsible for the facilitation and development of the EOS Action Plan, focused on key employee satisfaction concerns and trends, including the coordination of Employee Focus Groups as required.
• Responsible for the development and execution of the Monthly Plant Employee Meeting and all related communications.
• Full responsibility for the effectiveness of company-wide Communication programs (ie. C48, Newsletters, Communication Boards, Monthly Plant Meetings, etc.) and the Open-Door Process.
• Responsible to ensure effectiveness of the Divisional Employee Advocate and Fairness Committee programs.
• Responsible to maintain open channel of communication/support with all internal departments.
• Responsible to ensure all company policies and procedures are followed by all personnel, by managing the Magna Employee Charter based on fairness and concern for people.
• Assist in resolving performance issues and making recommendations for remedial/corrective action.
• Responsible to maintain an ongoing organizational structure to support company culture and goals, functioning as Change Management lead within respective area of responsibility.
• Ensures confidentiality of all proprietary and human resources related information.
• Overtime and travel may be required to support achievement of objectives.
• Involvement in the accident/incident investigation program, determine root causes, correct actions and following-up to ensure completion.
• Seeks out and corrects unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring all health and safety policies are followed.

• Health and Safety Responsibilities:
• Supervises the daily activities of the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Team, providing guidance and development through coaching and formal performance reviews.
• Ensures the EHS Team is providing the most effective customer service to all affected parties internally and externally, within C48 guidelines.
• Assists in the preparation of the Environmental Health and Safety Strategic Plan.
• Prepares the Health and Safety Budget.
• Assumes full responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety.
• Conducts planned workplace inspections, as scheduled by the Environmental, Health and Safety Department.
• Perform other duties as required

• Completion of community college diploma/certificate.
• 5 to less than 7 years of work-related experience.
• Post-secondary Degree/Diploma in a related field
• Certificate in Human Resources preferred.
• C.H.R.P. Certification preferred.
• Sound Knowledge of Employment Legislation 

• Works in a comfortable environment either inside or outside in typically pleasant conditions.  Typical conditions are such that no risk of any injury or harmful effect is likely.