Major Accountabilities:
1. Primary HR contact for the Plant Manager and his direct reports
2. Close collaboration with the local Works Council on all local HR matters
3. Support with the plant's budget and headcount planning
4. Recruitment of employees in the hourly area, from the creation of internal job requisitions to the onboarding of new employees
5. Execution of the offboarding process
6. Identification and expansion of recruiting channels in the hourly sector
7. Targeted participation in job and training fairs
8. Conducting HR employee conversations
9. Definition and implementation of individual personnel measures in collaboration with HR managers and directors, plant management, and - if necessary - the Legal Department
10. Preparation and implementation of salary reviews and adjustments in close collaboration with the Compensation & Benefits team
11. Execution of talent reviews (OTRs) in cooperation with plant manager, preparation and implementation of development and talent management measures in close collaboration with the central Talent Management team
12. Preparation of succession plans for key positions at the plant and definition and execution of development plans, in collaboration with the relevant functional areas
13. Support in Performance Management (PIP) cases
14. Support in Ethics and Compliance investigations in collaboration with HR managers and directors
15. Further development and design of HR processes and tools
16. Identification and definition of HR best practices at the plant
17. Definition, management, and implementation of local HR projects as well as global initiatives for the Wuppertal plant
18. Participation in HR initiatives and projects within Germany and across Europe
19. Evaluation of the results of employee engagement surveys for the plant and derivation and implementation of action plans in collaboration with plant management
20. Definition, updating, and review of job descriptions in collaboration with all functional departments
21. Close collaboration with the local and regional HR teams, the Talent Acquisition Team, and the Payroll & HR Operations Team
22. Contact person for external partners on HR issues (e.g., the Trade Inspectorate)
Qualifications:
23. At least 5 years of professional experience as an HR generalist, in HR operations, or in a similar position.
24. University degree in human resources, social psychology, or a related field.
25. Practical knowledge of German labor law.
26. Practical experience in all phases of the HR lifecycle.
27. Practical knowledge of general labor law matters in different regions and continents, as well as cultural differences.
28. Ability to build relationships and collaborate with various stakeholders within and outside HR
29. Patient listener with empathy for all colleagues who want to provide feedback and be heard.
30. Creative approach to problem-solving.
31. Excellent communication skills and conflict resolution skills.
32. Strong focus on employees and the company, understanding of the business model and the company's direction
33. Initiative and a mindset for continuous improvement
34. Fluent German language skills - both written and spoken
35. Fluent English language skills – C1 level, both written and spoken
36. Ability to deal with ambiguity in a dynamically changing environment
Why join us?
37. You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
38. You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents
Aptiv Benefits:
39. Our working style: flexible work environment
40. Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
41. Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
42. Recognition for innovation and excellence.
43. Opportunities to give back to the community