HR Generalist

Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of metal parts, assemblies and modules, complex fluid management systems and aluminum products. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.

Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers;
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people;
• Being positive contributors to our communities; and,
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.

Our strength is our people

We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.

Knowledge and Skills (Education):

• Completion of/or in process of obtaining a degree in Human Resources Management (or related program)
• Working toward Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP) preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years of work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Major Accountabilities:

• Assist with the maintenance of the Company's Performance Management systems, Performance Appraisal process, Progressive Discipline process and Performance Improvement Plan
• Manage the temporary worker population
• Coordinate the Martinrea Orientation Model for all temporary and full-time employees. Complete the necessary administration to ensure they are entered into the HR systems accordingly
• Ensure all system requirements are being met for tracking of company training - update employee/department training records in HR systems, update employee files and follow up where necessary
• Assist employees with payroll and benefit questions and submission of forms
• Conduct new hire and benefit orientations for employees
• Coordinate unemployment documentation for claims handling
• Respond to employment verifications and process garnishments.
• Coordinate uniform program by recording and responding to employee requests and communication to representative
• Plan and organize company sponsored events and activities
• Assist employees with concerns and answer questions on the Martinrea Employee Handbook and other HR related questions
• Maintenance of employee files and communication boards by keeping communication boards current and ensuring employee files are neat, organized and up to date
• Assist HR Manager with recruitment tasks, job description creation, sorting resumes, job postings and interviewing
• Identify and implement improvements for HR Department to ensure it runs as efficiently and effectively as possible
• Provide backup to HR Manager during absence by providing support to employees, Supervisors and Managers where possible
• Abide by all Company polices including, but not limited to, the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, codes, and standards

Working Conditions:

• 80% office, 20% plant floor (PPE required)
• Overtime as required