Applus IDIADA

Automotive design, engineering, testing, homologation services

HR Manager North America

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsPosted on Nov 10

Full-timeCorona, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Seven to fifteen years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in multinational corporations with multi-state operations.
Deep knowledge of United States labor law; knowledge of Mexico labor law is a plus.
Proficiency with human resources information systems and human resources analytics.
A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is required.
A master's degree or Master of Business Administration and human resources certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR are preferred.
Flexibility to travel between locations is required.
Ability to coordinate across time zones is required.
Cultural sensitivity in a diverse, multicultural environment is required.

Responsibilities

Develop human resources strategy aligned with business objectives.
Define strategic human resources plans that support current and future needs.
Build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships and establish key human resources metrics for executive decision-making.
Manage employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, and workplace issues.
Coordinate recruitment processes and talent acquisition strategies.
Drive employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives.
Oversee performance management systems and training programs.
Ensure legal compliance with United States and Mexico employment laws.
Stay current with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Coordinate United States payroll compliance and ensure successful internal and external audits.
Maintain competitive compensation and benefits programs.
Manage Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
Lead and develop a team of at least three human resources professionals.
Provide guidance on complex human resources matters and escalated issues.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of Mexico labor law.
Experience in multinational corporations with multi-state operations.
A master's degree or Master of Business Administration and human resources certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Business Unit Director and with a functional reporting to HR Group, you will oversee the comprehensive HR lifecycle for our North America operations, delivering all HR & compliance activities to support professionals across multiple locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership
• Develop HR strategy aligned with business objectives
• Define strategic HR plans supporting current and future needs
• Build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships and establish key HR metrics for executive decision-making

Operations & Talent Management
• Manage employee relations by addressing demands, grievances and workplace issues
• Coordinate recruitment processes and talent acquisition strategies
• Drive engagement, development, and retention initiatives
• Oversee performance management systems and training programs

Compliance & Benefits
• Ensure full legal compliance with US/Mexico employment laws
• Stay current with federal, state and local employment laws
• Coordinate US payroll compliance and ensure successful internal and external audits
• Maintain competitive compensation and benefits programs
• Manage OSHA requirements

Team Leadership
• Lead and develop team of 3+ HR professionals
• Provide guidance on complex HR matters and escalated issues

Qualifications

Experience: 7-15 years progressive HR experience, preferably in multinational corporations with multi-state operations

Core Skills:
• Deep US labor law knowledge. Knowledge of Mexico labor law will be a plus.
• Strong business acumen and communication skills
• Change management and goal-oriented mindset
• HRIS systems and HR analytics proficiency

Education:
• Required: Bachelor's in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• Preferred: Master's/MBA + HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

Additional Requirements:
• Travel flexibility between locations
• Cross-timezone coordination capability
• Cultural sensitivity for diverse, multicultural environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Compensation: N/A to 160 (USD) (YEARLY)

About the Company

Applus IDIADA

Automotive design, engineering, testing, homologation services

Applus+ IDIADA provides automotive engineering services, supporting carmakers with design, engineering validation, testing, and homologation across the full vehicle development cycle. It runs its own proving grounds in Europe and Asia (Spain and China) to test and validate vehicle functions under real-world conditions. The company differentiates itself with a large team of experienced engineers, extensive test facilities, and a global network across 24 countries that enables customized, end-to-end development and regulatory compliance. Its goal is to help automotive clients bring safe, compliant vehicles to market efficiently by delivering comprehensive development, testing, and certification capabilities.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Santa Oliva, Spain
Founded: 1971

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