Human Resources Generalist

Job Number: 63914
Group: Cosma International
Division: KAMTEK INC. - BLD1
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: BIRMINGHAM
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
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.
KAMTEK is a premier Tier 1, automotive manufacturing supplier that specializes in Class "A" Stamping, Assembly and High Pressure Die Casting that produces Body-side and Door Openings, Roofs, Floor Pans, Wheelhouses, Large Welded Assemblies, Doors, Fenders, Hoods, Lift-gates, Aluminum Shock Towers, and Aluminum Rear Rails. Our capabilities include the manufacturing of Class "A" Body Panels along with Medium/Large Stampings, Large Assemblies and Aluminum Stampings and Assemblies, and Aluminum High Pressure Vacuum Die Casting to our Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) such as Mercedes Benz, Volkswagen, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, BMW and Freightliner. As a local distributor and supplier, Kamtek' s market segmentation to Cosma International, (a division of MAGNA INTERNATIONAL) provides a "state-of-the-art" product that utilizes the most technologically advanced Pressing processes in order to maintain a competitive advantage to other OEM's within the market. Our company's culture of team spirit & mutual respect with a focus on fair treatment helps us to embrace our multi-cultural affiliation with Magna International, and supports our mission through process efficiency and competitive product pricing. Furthermore, the culture at Kamtek focuses on Job Security, with employees being given the opportunity for continuous training, advancement within the skill/trade, and potential for growth within our safe work environment. We offer Employee Equity and Profit Participation programs which increase our employees' ownership within the company. Kamtek, part of Cosma International and a division of Magna International, represents the most diversified automotive supplier in the world. We design, develop and manufacture automotive systems, assemblies, modules and components, and engineer and assemble complete vehicles, primarily for sale to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of cars and light trucks in our three geographic segments - North America, Europe, and the Rest of the World (primarily Asia, South America and Africa). Our capabilities include the design, engineering, testing and manufacture of automotive interior systems; seating systems; closure systems; metal body & chassis systems; mirror systems; exterior systems; roof systems; electronic systems; powertrain systems as well as complete vehicle engineering and assembly. We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing operations and 92 product development, engineering and sales centres in 28 countries. We have over 168,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
About the Role
To nurture relationships between employees and leadership to promote a positive work environment. Responsible for supporting and coaching the department, supervisors, and managers by ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures. Also responsible to sustaining positive employee relations throughout the plant by maintaining visibility and daily contact with team members and designated areas.
Your Responsibilities

1. Participate and support the hourly and salary recruiting process. Develop strategies to meet departmental staffing requirements. Participate in the interview process up to and including extending offers of employment.
2. Develop, implement, and participate in New Hire Orientation.
3. Assist with New Hire Training.
4. Support and encourage the Open Door Process. Work with employees to resolve issues and concerns. Encourage team members to seek resolution from those best able to assist them. Accompany employees as needed. Follow up with employees on issues and concerns to ensure resolution. Develop relationship with the Fairness Committee members and the Employee Advocate.
5. Attend meetings, including: start-up meetings, departmental meetings, and monthly meetings.
6. Track and administer attendance (E-Time, progressive discipline)
7. Maintain high shop floor visibility within designated area/shift.
8. Monitor progressive discipline (attendance, plant standards, etc.) Ensure consistency of the policies and documentation with other departments. Provide sound, accurate, and appropriate advice for consistency in policy application regarding employee relations, while adhering to legislative/corporate guidelines.
9. Monitor and track shift preference. Ensure accuracy of information when shift transfer opportunities become available.
10. Oversee and maintain the Performance Review Process. Track the Performance Review Process. Communicate overdue performance review with the GM, AGMs, Human Resources Manager, and Department Manager of the team members receiving the review every two weeks.
11. Process documentation for team status change (pay rate, shift change, position change, etc.)

Who we are looking for
WORK EXPERIENCE
WHAT TYPES? HR role in a manufacturing environment, automotive sector is preferred; working knowledge of Employment Law
HOW MUCH?
-2-3 years' experience preferred
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
Your preferred qualifications

• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet Employees' needs
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and sensitivity to confidential information
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to be a good judge of character, listen effectively, and analyze individuals.
• Ability to coach and mentor leaders
• Ability to act as a resource to Kamtek employees
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities

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
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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.