HR Associate/Generalist

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe, and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets. ContiTech, a sector of the Continental group, offers connected, environmentally friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector, and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some €6.4 billion (2024), ContiTech is a global industrial partner active in Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

About the Role

The HR Associate/Generalist supports all HR activities for non-executive employees at the plant location. This role ensures HR targets are met (e.g., recruiting, employee development) and contributes to positive employee satisfaction and workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding Support
  • Support recruiting, sourcing, and candidate selection in coordination with the HR Shared Services
  • Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires according to company standards
  • Support deployment of employer branding initiatives at the plant location
• HR Administration & Compliance
  • Administer payroll and benefits in accordance with legal requirements and budget guidelines
  • Maintain personnel files and training records
  • Support time and attendance administration, identify timing errors, and work with managers to ensure payroll accuracy
  • Manage exit procedures and documentation
• Employee Relations & Support
  • Support employees with benefits-related questions and inquiries
  • Plan and implement local employee relations activities (e.g., motivation programs, conflict resolution, workplace events, internal communications)
  • Foster a positive work culture and employee engagement at the plant
• HR Operations & Continuous Improvement
  • Support implementation of corporate HR initiatives at the plant location (e.g., culture development, diversity programs)
  • Contribute to continuous improvement activities using lean administration and process optimization methods
  • Ensure effective HR communication for the plant location

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field OR 2 years of HR experience in lieu of a degree
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention-to-detail and organization skills
• Ability to proactively make decisions and escalate matters as necessary
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Qualifications

Additional Ways To Stand Out

• Intermediate user of Microsoft Programs to include: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Power BI
• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of HR experience or 4 years of HR experience in lieu of degree