HR Generalist

Magna International, Inc; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR professional for a Regular/Permanent role in Arizona. The position focuses on employee investigations, relations, and policy guidance within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role involves administering performance management, onboarding, and maintaining HR records in Workday, while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. A strong foundation in HR practices and reliability is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience conducting employee investigations and managing employee relations matters.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, preferably Workday.

Responsibilities

• Conduct employee investigations involving policy violations, workplace concerns, and employee complaints.
• Partner with leaders to address employee relations issues and performance concerns.
• Administer corrective action processes and performance improvement plans.
• Facilitate performance review processes for hourly employees.
• Provide guidance to leaders regarding company policies and employment practices.
• Support conflict resolution and workplace issue management.
• Prepare and distribute offer letters, new hire packets, and job descriptions.
• Maintain employee records and personnel documentation.

Skills

HR experience

Employee investigations

HRIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

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

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna's Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct employee investigations involving policy violations, workplace concerns, and employee complaints.
• Partner with leaders to address employee relations issues and performance concerns.
• Administer corrective action processes and performance improvement plans.
• Facilitate 45-day, 80-day, and annual performance review processes for hourly employees.
• Provide guidance to leaders regarding company policies and employment practices.
• Support conflict resolution and workplace issue management.
• Prepare and distribute offer letters, new hire packets, and job descriptions.
• Manage employee onboarding activities within Workday.
• Ensure all new hire documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Coordinate employee status changes, transfers, promotions, and terminations within HR systems.
• Maintain employee records and personnel documentation.
• Support employee transitions throughout the employment lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Complete I-9 verification and E-Verify processing.
• Monitor background check and drug screen completion requirements.
• Maintain immigration compliance including Visa, EAD, and work authorization tracking.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information.
• Track and administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, STD, and other protected leaves.
• Coordinate employee leave communications and documentation.
• Support employees and managers throughout leave processes.
• Monitor leave compliance and return-to-work activities.
• Partner with third-party administrators as required.
• Maintain data accuracy within Workday and other HR systems.
• Audit employee records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Generate reports and HR metrics as requested.
• Support HR process improvements and system enhancements.
• Assist with workforce analytics and compliance reporting.
• The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned and required.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all Magna safety policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe and respectful workplace environment.
• Support investigations related to workplace safety concerns when applicable.
• Maintain compliance with quality, environmental, and company standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience conducting employee investigations and managing employee relations matters.
• Experience working with HRIS systems.

Site Benefits

Detailed information on our benefits package will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

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.

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.