Eaton’s FFD Fluid Filtration Division division is currently seeking a HR Manager.

As a plant HR Manager you will provide guidance, assistance and support in developing and maintaining a cohesive and productive workforce for the Eaton Filtration operation in Reynosa.  In this role you will support operations by implementing and administering the full scope of human resources responsibilities that contribute to organizational excellence and promote positive employee relations. These activities involve a wide range of functional areas including employee and/or labor relations, compensation and benefits, employee communications, and recruitment as well as critical HR projects.
In this role you will be expected to:
•    Act as business partner, strategic solution provider, advisor and counsellor for production facility and other local division resources
•    Develop strong relationships with associates and Union leadership by spending time on the manufacturing floor, working with managers and supervisors, and developing a strong communications strategy. 
•    Drive positive employee relations to provide an optimal work environment for all employees. Effectively deploy communication plans and utilize assessment tools (e.g. the employee survey) to determine organizational issues and action plans. 
•    Set direction, priorities, and culture expectations while utilizing performance metrics, continuous improvement principles, and change management plans for maximum employee ownership and engagement. Reinforce an open culture through focus on Inclusion & Diversity, transparency, ethics, and employee engagement.
•    Participate in driving the Eaton Business System (EBS), including the HR Operating Review, Operational Assessment, Lean and other core organizational initiatives to ensure standardized, high-quality processes throughout the operation.
•    Build organizational capability through ownership of talent management processes including talent acquisition, assessment, performance management and employee development. 
o    Lead recruitment and staffing processes to ensure the hiring of highly skilled and talented individuals, supporting plant operations and sales through headcount and succession planning.
o    Drive local efforts to ensure a strong future talent pipeline. Mentor leaders of people and employees, providing guidance, coaching and feedback.
o    Identify the learning, training, and development needs of the organization and support effective delivery and evaluation of training.
•    Implement local compensation systems and processes that attract, retain, and motivate employees. Collaborate with Corporate Compensation to ensure local compensation needs are met. Administer global compensation programs and processes for the site. 
•    Drive HR digitalization and standardization across the EMEA organization, assess and deploy tools and metrics to diagnose organizational or performance issues and work with leaders to drive change and transformation.
•    Ensure alignment with our labor relations strategy, participating in local union discussions and negotiations.  Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, relevant employment legislation, and company policies.  Implement local HR policies and procedures in alignment with EBS.
•    Comply with the policies, procedures, and expectations outlined by Eaton’s Management System for the Environment, Safety, Security, and Health (MESH), Quality Management System (EQMS) and Continues Improvement System (ECIS).

Basic Qualifications:
•    Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration from an accredited institution
•    At least 3 years of HR generalist experience
•    Prior experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment 
•    Fluency in Spanish and English (verbal and written business communication skills)
•    Familiarity with Mexican labor law and the interpretation of laws
Preferred Qualifications:
•    Master’s Degree in human resources, labor relations, or business administration from an accredited institution
•    At least 5 years of HR generalist experience
•    Prior experience as an HR decision maker
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and/or Oracle HRMS
•    Prior experience managing people.
•    Prior experience working with a union & contract negotiation
•    Prior work experience in a US multinational company
 

Position Criteria:
•    Understands the changing and dynamic workforce landscape in Mexico manufacturing, its labor market, and enforcement agencies. Strong labor relations skills, including labor law knowledge, contract negotiations & daily contract administration.
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in engaging effectively across all levels of the organization.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
•    Data driven, computer (HR tools and systems) savvy. 
•    Ability to work with employees, managers, and labor / works council representatives to prevent and resolve problems that arise out of or affect the work environment. 
•    Recognizes the uniqueness of different situations and approaches problem resolution through a logical and complete review of all relevant factors.
•    Ability to understand, interpret and easily communicate and align policies and practices to the Eaton Leadership Model and Code of Ethics
•    Ability to demonstrate discretion, able to work with sensitive and confidential materials and possess good business judgment.
•    Highly organized with strong attention to detail, while also able to manage multiple priorities.
•    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal across a wide audience
•    Proven ability to deal with conflict and diffuse difficult situations.
•    Strong hands-on mentality and organizational skills to include time management, manpower planning and wage/salary/benefits planning.
•    Ongoing effort to ensure that the global HR system is updated with accurate information, and that the system is used effectively for business planning and business decisions.
•    Independent and self-motivated with initiative and willingness to learn.
 

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.