Responsible for manufacturing process design, production improvement projects, and ensuring compliance with quality systems. Engage in troubleshooting, training, and documentation while collaborating with multi-disciplined teams to enhance production efficiency.
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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:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and
lead production improvement projects. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as
implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements. Supporting technical
and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and design to achieve goals and objectives relating to
research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk
reduction.• Must be proficient in hands-on process troubleshooting.• Proving current production with "fast response" troubleshooting• Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.• Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures
for all processes.• Be responsible for product trials, setting up material trial runs, and conducting tests.• Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment and
processes.• Improve current production part process capability and repeatability through the optimization of existing manufacturing processes• Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspect of the job assigned• Work closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities.• Complete all required APQP-related activities, ECR processes, PRP (8D), and all other Quality Management System requirements as needed. Participate in APQP activity in design and development of new and/or revised projects, including launch budgets and BOM audits, and input of APQP documents into the traX system.• Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety• (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.• Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs• Support in the development of Process Control Plans and Process Flow Charts• Development and maintaining documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program• Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment• Optimize all parameters to attain maximum running efficiencies for each job through creation of Standardized Work procedures (line speeds, cycle times, TAKT times, etc.)• Drive process change through regular maintenance of PFMEA's using the "Lessons Learned Database"• Provide quote direction for new business related to tooling, new materials and processes as required• Writing specifications, competitively quoting, negotiating, managing program timelines and budgets, buyoff, and commissioning in our facility.• Work with our suppliers, as required to resolve process deviations. Reduce scrap and maximize efficiencies.• Assist in part design activities with design source and provide feasibility directives for ease of
manufacturing and reducing cost.• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as Roll Forming, Forming, CNC, Welding.• Support Preventative Maintenance Program development for all manufacturing process equipment• Review tooling designs/gauges to ensure they are built to meet customer and company requirements/standards,
and will run to the quoted standard• Review facilities and equipment requirements with relevant internal and external customers/suppliers• Identify opportunities to achieve productivity, quality and service improvement targets for the business.• Ensure, with the cooperation of other RST departments and Corporate, that the division achieves and
maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the
business.• Design and implement work cell layouts using Lean Manufacturing concepts, ensuring safety, quality, and
efficiency targets are met or exceeded, as well as to achieve Mafact standards for current and APQP
programs. Create plant and warehouse layouts, including material flow and storage of components, WIP,
FG, and packaging.• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports as required.
EDUCATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements: Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
Minimum Experienced: 5-10 years of experience
Courses Required: PPAP, APQP, FMEA, 5S, GD&T, Lean, Ergonomics, WHMIS
Other Knowledge & Skills: Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, CAD Software.
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 or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and
lead production improvement projects. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as
implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements. Supporting technical
and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and design to achieve goals and objectives relating to
research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk
reduction.• Must be proficient in hands-on process troubleshooting.• Proving current production with "fast response" troubleshooting• Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.• Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures
for all processes.• Be responsible for product trials, setting up material trial runs, and conducting tests.• Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment and
processes.• Improve current production part process capability and repeatability through the optimization of existing manufacturing processes• Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspect of the job assigned• Work closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities.• Complete all required APQP-related activities, ECR processes, PRP (8D), and all other Quality Management System requirements as needed. Participate in APQP activity in design and development of new and/or revised projects, including launch budgets and BOM audits, and input of APQP documents into the traX system.• Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety• (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.• Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs• Support in the development of Process Control Plans and Process Flow Charts• Development and maintaining documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program• Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment• Optimize all parameters to attain maximum running efficiencies for each job through creation of Standardized Work procedures (line speeds, cycle times, TAKT times, etc.)• Drive process change through regular maintenance of PFMEA's using the "Lessons Learned Database"• Provide quote direction for new business related to tooling, new materials and processes as required• Writing specifications, competitively quoting, negotiating, managing program timelines and budgets, buyoff, and commissioning in our facility.• Work with our suppliers, as required to resolve process deviations. Reduce scrap and maximize efficiencies.• Assist in part design activities with design source and provide feasibility directives for ease of
manufacturing and reducing cost.• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as Roll Forming, Forming, CNC, Welding.• Support Preventative Maintenance Program development for all manufacturing process equipment• Review tooling designs/gauges to ensure they are built to meet customer and company requirements/standards,
and will run to the quoted standard• Review facilities and equipment requirements with relevant internal and external customers/suppliers• Identify opportunities to achieve productivity, quality and service improvement targets for the business.• Ensure, with the cooperation of other RST departments and Corporate, that the division achieves and
maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the
business.• Design and implement work cell layouts using Lean Manufacturing concepts, ensuring safety, quality, and
efficiency targets are met or exceeded, as well as to achieve Mafact standards for current and APQP
programs. Create plant and warehouse layouts, including material flow and storage of components, WIP,
FG, and packaging.• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports as required.
EDUCATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements: Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
Minimum Experienced: 5-10 years of experience
Courses Required: PPAP, APQP, FMEA, 5S, GD&T, Lean, Ergonomics, WHMIS
Other Knowledge & Skills: Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, CAD Software.
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 or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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Cad Software
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