Generalist, Human Resources

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San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, MEX
Hybrid
Expert/Leader
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Administers and coordinates comprehensive HR programs, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll inputs, compliance, performance management, engagement, training, audits, reporting, and statutory processes. Maintains HR records and systems, supports Mexican labor and social security compliance, coordinates employee communications and recognition initiatives, and partners with employees and management to support organizational objectives and a positive workplace.
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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:
Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities:

JOB PROFILE: Administer and coordinate Human Resources programs and processes in accordance with Magna's Culture, corporate policies, and applicable legal requirements.

Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, compensation and benefits, payroll administration, performance management, employee engagement, and employee relations.

Ensure compliance, promote organizational culture, and partners with employees and management to support business objectives and maintain a positive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

* Human Resources Policies, Compliance & Governance

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Human Resources policies, procedures, and practices while helping ensure compliance with labor, social security, compensation, payroll, and other applicable legal and corporate requirements.

* Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Coordinate end-to-end recruitment and selection activities, including candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, Medical Exam, Psychometric Assessment, Employment Reference Checks, offer preparation, hiring documentation, onboarding activities, and orientation programs

* Employee Lifecycle, Benefits & HR Administration

Coordinate employee onboarding, employment documentation, HR system transactions, personnel records, employee data maintenance, separation processes, and offboarding activities. Support the administration of employee benefit programs, including Major Medical Insurance, Minor Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Savings Fund, Vehicle Leasing, Auto Insurance, Vacation and Vacation Premium, Grocery Vouchers, Don Walker Scholarship Program, Disaster Relief Fund, and other company-sponsored programs.

* Payroll Administration & HR Operations Support

Support payroll administration activities by preparing, validating, and coordinating employee data changes, payroll inputs, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure accurate and timely processing. Maintain employee records, HR reports, vacation balances, and related administrative documentation, including Vacation Premium payments, Quarterly Vacation Balance reporting, and Year-End payment activities. Coordinate activities and documentation related to statutory processes, including Profit Sharing (PTU), Year-End Bonus (Aguinaldo), IMSS registrations, and other applicable legal obligations.

* Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards Administration

Support the administration of employee benefits and annual compensation processes by coordinating activities, completing required templates and surveys, gathering and validating employee and job data, participating in job-matching exercises, preparing supporting documentation, coordinating approval workflows, and assisting with the communication of approved compensation programs to employees.

*Performance Management & Talent Development Support

Support and coordinate the performance management cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, annual evaluations, job description administration and communications. Assist with development plans as required and establish training plans.

*Employee Engagement, Communications & Organizational Culture

Coordinate employee communication and engagement initiatives aligned with the Magna Culture, including Communication Meetings, employee communications, digital communication platforms, organizational announcements, and Employee Opinion Survey (EOS) activities. Support survey administration, focus groups, action planning initiatives, follow-up activities, and programs that promote employee engagement, recognition, and organizational culture.

*HR Planning, Employee Recognition & Administrative Coordination

Prepare and maintain Human Resources calendars, annual activity plans, reports, and administrative schedules, including Communication Meeting topics, Service Awards programs, holiday planning, vacation-related activities, and other recurring HR initiatives. Coordinate employee recognition programs, workplace events, vendor interactions, facilities-related services, and administrative activities that support effective HR operations.

*Health, Safety, Environmental and Ergonomics & Employee Well-Being

Support Health, Safety, Environmental, Ergonomics, NOM-035, emergency preparedness, and employee well-being programs through coordination of activities, employee communications, participation tracking, and administrative support. Ensure timely compliance with the calculation of the Occupational Risk Premium. Encourage and educate the use of the Employee Assistance Program.

*Audits, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Monitor internal and external audits, compliance reviews, HR assessments, reporting activities, annual surveys, corrective action follow-up, and continuous improvement initiatives related to Human Resources processes

PERFORMANCE MEASURES :

1.Timely completion of compliance requirements, statutory obligations, Occupational Risk Premium activities, corrective actions, and satisfactory internal and external audit results.

2.Timely completion of recruitment, onboarding, employee transactions, personnel documentation, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle activities with minimal errors.

3.Accuracy and timely completion of payroll inputs, compensation activities, benefits administration, HR data reporting, and statutory processes

4.Completion rate of performance management activities, Employee Opinion Survey (EOS) participation and completion of action plan, communication initiatives, and employee engagement programs.

5.Timely execution of annual HR plans, recognition programs, workplace events, administrative activities, and recurring HR initiatives

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE OR KNOWLEDGE:

* Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related field.

* 8 - 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a generalist role.

*Experience in recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll administration, compliance, and employee engagement programs.

*Knowledge of Mexican Labor Law, Social Security regulations, compensation practices, and HR administration processes.

*HRIS platforms and Human Resources systems (e.g., Workday), including employee data maintenance, transactions, reporting, and workflow processes.

*Knowledgeable in Microsoft programs. Excell, Power Point and Word

*Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.

SKILLS OR COMPETENCIES:

1 Effective written and oral communication at all organizational levels

2 Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

3 Confidentiality, professionalism, and a high level of integrity

4 Ability to prioritize multiple activities and deadlines.

5 Planning and organizational skills.

6 Teamwork and collaboration.

7 Knowledge of labor legislation and HR compliance requirements.

8 Data analysis and reporting capabilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

*Hybrid work environment.

*Most of the work is performed in a standard office environment with minimal risk or hazardous elements.

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 Corporate

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or a related field
  • 8–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a generalist role
  • Experience in recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll administration, compliance, and employee engagement programs
  • Knowledge of Mexican Labor Law and Social Security regulations
  • Knowledge of compensation practices and HR administration processes
  • Experience with HRIS platforms and Human Resources systems, such as Workday, including data maintenance, transactions, reporting, and workflows
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency
  • Effective written and oral communication
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity
  • Ability to prioritize multiple activities and deadlines
  • Planning, organizational, teamwork, and collaboration skills
  • Data analysis and reporting capabilities

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance in the U.S., paired with wellness initiatives and a confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program.
  • Retirement Support U.S. filings and recruiting pages describe a 401(k) with a 50% match on the first 6%, a deferred profit‑sharing component, and at some sites a 3% base company contribution after six months.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Profit sharing and performance‑linked rewards are embedded in the total‑rewards philosophy and documented in filings, with recent materials indicating these programs remain active.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.

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Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Graz, Austria
Lowell, Massachusetts
Monterrey, Mexico
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