Job Title:
Senior HR Generalist
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Overview of the Role
The role of Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist encompasses a broad range of responsibilities aimed at fostering a high-performance culture within an organization. As a strategic partner, this professional will provide comprehensive support across various core areas including employee relations, talent acquisition, training & development, compliance, and HR operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Employee Relations & Compliance:
- Act as a trusted HR advisor for employees and leadership, ensuring alignment between HR strategy and business objectives.
- Manage employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and grievance handling to maintain a positive work environment.
- Ensure full compliance with labor laws, union agreements (if applicable), and quality standards by staying up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry developments.
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:
- Partner with managers to identify critical talent needs and develop strategies for effective recruitment and selection processes.
- Oversee the entire recruitment process from job postings to onboarding, ensuring that candidates are equipped with the necessary information to excel in their roles.
- Support workforce planning initiatives, focusing on succession planning, talent retention, and career development programs to drive organizational growth and success.
- Training & Development:
- Assess training needs and coordinate development programs (leadership, technical, soft skills) to enhance the skills and knowledge of employees at all levels.
- Guarantee compliance with mandatory training requirements such as safety, ISO/IATF, and workplace ethics through ongoing evaluation and improvement of training programs.
- HR Operations & Payroll Support:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, documentation, and attendance, providing a seamless experience for both employees and management.
- Collaborate with finance and operations to ensure payroll processes run smoothly, accurately capturing shifts, overtime, and benefits information.
- Performance Management & Continuous Improvement:
- Develop and implement performance evaluation and goal-setting frameworks that align with organizational objectives.
- Support employees in creating performance improvement and career development plans, promoting growth and professional advancement within the company.
- Drive continuous improvement by leveraging Lean/Kaizen methodologies, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the HR department and beyond.
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Qualifications and Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field is required.
- At least 7 years of experience in HR, preferably within a manufacturing or automotive plant environment.
- Strong knowledge of relevant labor laws, union agreements, and industry standards such as Mexican labor laws (LFT, STPS), NOM-035, and IATF 16949/ISO 9001 is essential.
- Experience working in both unionized and non-unionized environments is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems (SuccessFactors, SAP HR, or similar) is required.
- Bilingualism in Spanish and English is a significant asset.