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:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:
- CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation an asset
- Completion of a college diploma or university degree in Adult Education preferred
- Previous experience with presenting and facilitation
- Excellent communication skills required in English (spoken and written)
- Excellent interpersonal & coaching skills
- Excellent organizational skills, proven accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be self-motivated and professional
- Strong computer literacy required: MS Office; Excel/Word/Power Point/Outlook required
- Ability to work on own with minimal supervision
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Must have demonstrated good work habits in present position for a period of not less than six months
MAIN DUTIES:
- Development and delivery of curriculum/training modules to support Organizational, Employee and Leadership Development objectives
- Manage JI Key Trainer Program including training and certification
- Train the Trainer
- Management and tracking of all training (compliance, internal and external)
- Management of Continuing Education Program
- Maintenance of Training database
- Conducts testing for job opportunities
- Completes projects; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information
- Actively supports MAFACT and IATF audits
- Performance Management
- Participates in development of Company newsletter
- Contributes consistently to 5S and CIs
- Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly KPI reporting
- Perform other duties as required
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:
- CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation an asset
- Completion of a college diploma or university degree in Adult Education preferred
- Previous experience with presenting and facilitation
- Excellent communication skills required in English (spoken and written)
- Excellent interpersonal & coaching skills
- Excellent organizational skills, proven accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be self-motivated and professional
- Strong computer literacy required: MS Office; Excel/Word/Power Point/Outlook required
- Ability to work on own with minimal supervision
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Must have demonstrated good work habits in present position for a period of not less than six months
MAIN DUTIES:
- Development and delivery of curriculum/training modules to support Organizational, Employee and Leadership Development objectives
- Manage JI Key Trainer Program including training and certification
- Train the Trainer
- Management and tracking of all training (compliance, internal and external)
- Management of Continuing Education Program
- Maintenance of Training database
- Conducts testing for job opportunities
- Completes projects; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information
- Actively supports MAFACT and IATF audits
- Performance Management
- Participates in development of Company newsletter
- Contributes consistently to 5S and CIs
- Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly KPI reporting
- Perform other duties as required
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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