Assistant Manager Human Resources

Job Number: 69112
Group: Cosma International
Division: Karmax Heavy Stamping
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: MILTON
Work Style: On-Site
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.
About the Role
Oversees and directs the Human Resources team by supervising, planning, organizing, and implementing Human Resources programs. This Assistant Manager must guide their team toward meeting divisional objectives. As required, the Department Leader will assume the duties of the Department Manager.
Your Responsibilities

• Provides instruction, guidance and leadership to Supervisors by assisting in solving day to day problems, utilizing the Magna Employee Charter while implementing the policies and procedures of the company.
• Utilize interactive management principles when implementing progressive discipline procedures in dealing with unsatisfactory employees.
• Conducts performance reviews at specified timeframes (annually, probationary, trial period).
• Is involved in incident investigations in his/her area.
• To remain current on all aspects of human relations, wage management, manpower planning, recruitment and selection strategies, health and safety, environmental, and training and development issues or trends and provide support, advise, or influence where appropriate/necessary, to all leaders regarding policies, procedures, work practices where there is the potential to negatively impact labour relations, quality of work life, or compliance to established standards (legislation, divisional, corporate)
• Effectively develop and lead all direct reports within the HR Department to ensure all services are provided at the highest level of quality and timeliness while maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Develop and foster strong working relationships with all employees, department managers, Management Team members, direct reports, committees and teams so each will feel comfortable seeking support for HR related issues, while reinforcing the Open-Door Process (ODP) and confidentiality
• Influence the development, implementation of, or changes, to labour relation strategies necessary to foster the Magna Employee's Charter Principles and preserve a strong cultural foundation, quality work life environment within the division and drive any resulting programs or strategies as assigned
• Assist in the development, implementation, and oversight of all HR systems for the division, including hiring, performance management, training & development, health & safety, environmental, and other HR systems required by the division
• Assist in the preparation, timely submission and effective management of HR Dept. annual budget, and adherence to approved budget
• Assist in establishing and maintaining effective policies and procedures for the division to ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees
• Attend meetings necessary to ensure ongoing understanding of quality of work life and labour relations' issues including Health and Safety committees, Advocate, Fairness Committee, Plant meetings, Production meetings, etc
• Support culture/diversity management

Who we are looking for

• Must have completed post-Secondary education in Human Resources Management or equivalent
• Completion of HRPA designation
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Excellent mathematical, analytical, organizational, and supervisory skills
• Able to work in various locations within and outside the plant
• Knowledge of Magna tools and policies including safety policies
• Required to possess a mature, consistent attitude towards the responsibilities of the job
• Must have strong leadership skills, must be able to lead by example whenever necessary and promote a team approach to problem solving
• Must have sound knowledge of employment related legislative requirements
• Must be self-motivated and display the skills required to develop and motivate employees
• Must be capable of working under pressure and with short completion times on projects

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.
Karmax Heavy Stamping specializes in manufacturing a range of body, Chassis and engineering solutions utilizing their robust product engineering, tooling capabilities and process expertise.
Benefits working with Karmax Heavy Stamping is not only being apart of the Magna team, but it is the work life balance, able to work in a safe environment, RRSP Matching, Full Benefits, Weekly Pay, and much more!

• A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforce
• A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts, subsidized cafeteria)
• Competitive extended health benefits
• Group RRSP matching program
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Team appreciation lunches and events
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Continuous Improvement and Development Culture
• Two (2) week vacation per year
• Two (2) paid floater days per year
• Five (5) Personal Paid Holidays per year
• Ten (10) Paid sick/family emergency days per year

Your preferred qualifications
Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.
Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.
Site Benefits

• Must be able to work in various locations within and outside the Manufacturing Plant
• Must be able to work outside of normal office hours to meet needs of the customer
• Exposed periodically to elements such as temperature and noise
• Office environment within a manufacturing operation

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.