Communication, Training and Development Coordinator

PHINIA Inc.; Chihuahua; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

PHINIA Inc. seeks a Training & Organizational Development professional at the Chihuahua site to drive employee engagement, culture initiatives, and effective internal communications.

You will partner with HR leadership to develop training strategies, coordinate onboarding, and evaluate program impact within a manufacturing environment. You’ll manage communications materials, foster multi-site alignment, and support change management efforts as part of a broader organizational development plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Training & Development experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in automotive supplier/Tier 1 environment preferred.
• Proven experience leading trainers or training teams beyond coordinating providers.
• Knowledge of TWI, OJT, skills matrices and workforce programs.
• Understanding of IATF 16949 and training compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal comms plans and campaigns.
• Create materials: presentations, announcements, newsletters, digital content.
• Ensure messaging consistency across channels and leadership communications.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and events.
• Support organizational development and culture initiatives.

Skills

Training & Development

Stakeholder Management

English Proficiency

Communication Materials

Facilitation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Communications/Organizational Development

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

ABOUT US

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow.

PHINIA is a diversified industrial supplier and global leader in the development of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, with a strong portfolio of trusted brands that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY®, and HARTRIDGE™. With over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, PHINIA has approximately 12,500 talented employees and over 40 locations in 20 countries and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. Read More

JOB PURPOSE

Provide support for employee communications, staff engagement, organizational development initiatives, workplace culture, and employee experience programs at the Chihuahua site.
This role collaborates closely with HR leadership and business stakeholders to develop communication strategies, foster employee engagement, coordinate culture initiatives, support organizational development efforts, and strengthen the overall employee experience. The position requires a highly creative, organized, and proactive professional capable of managing multiple priorities while building strong relationships across the organization.
Key Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Training & Development within a manufacturing environment, including hands-on operational training.
• Experience in the automotive or automotive supplier industry, preferably within a Tier 1 organization.
• Proven experience leading trainers, coordinators, or training specialists, beyond managing external training providers.
• Strong knowledge of Training Within Industry (TWI), On-the-Job Training (OJT), skills matrices, and workforce versatility programs.
• Practical understanding of IATF 16949, including competency-related requirements, audits, and corrective actions.
• Experience managing STPS training compliance, training plans, Joint Training Committees, and applicable regulatory documentation.
• Experience conducting Training Needs Analysis (TNA), developing annual training plans, coordinating onboarding programs, and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Functional English proficiency (B1 level or higher), with the ability to communicate with corporate teams and present results.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the implementation of sustainable improvements in training and development processes.

Communications

• Develop and execute internal communication plans and campaigns.
• Create communication materials including presentations, announcements, newsletters, digital content, videos, and visual assets.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across employee communication channels.
• Support leadership communications and site-wide communication initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Coordinate employee engagement activities and events throughout the year.
• Support employee recognition and culture-building programs.
• Assist in the planning and execution of site celebrations, initiatives, and special events.
• Promote participation in company-wide programs and activities.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen employee experience and workplace culture.

Organizational Development

• Coordinate training and development programs.
• Support talent development and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Assist with employee development programs and learning activities.
• Support change management and communication efforts associated with organizational initiatives.
• Maintain training and development records as required.

Community & Corporate Programs

• Coordinate participation in community relations, wellness, volunteer, and corporate responsibility initiatives.
• Serve as site representative for selected regional or global programs.
• Support implementation of corporate initiatives at the local level.
• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders to drive participation and engagement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Public Relations, Organizational Development, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in communications, employee engagement, organizational development, human resources, or a related area.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).
• Experience creating professional communication materials and presentations.
• Proficiency using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar tools.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

• Corporate Communication
• Creativity & Innovation
• Stakeholder Management
• Employee Engagement
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

For this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country where the position is based. Only in certain circumstances, based on business need, does PHINIA provide sponsorship for employment visa status.

NO UNAUTHORIZED REFERRALS

PHINIA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or third-party vendors. Any recruitment partnership must be approved in writing by Human Resources before candidate submissions are made.

Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow. For more information about PHINIA, please visit www.phinia.com.