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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 Assistant General Manager (AGM) serves as the operational leader and second-in-command to the General Manager, with primary responsibility for driving safe, stable, efficient, and customer-focused operations across the Mesa facility.
Lead plant operations and performance across General Assembly, Supply Chain/Materials, and Commissioning to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and customer objectives.
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement through KPI management, Lean Manufacturing, MAFACT, shopfloor management, standardized work, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Develop organizational capability and support business growth by strengthening leadership teams, improving operational structures, supporting capacity planning, and ensuring readiness for new programs, launches, and volume increases.
Lead customer and program execution activities by serving as a senior customer interface, resolving operational escalations, supporting production ramp-ups, engineering changes, and ensuring successful program milestones.
Drive financial and operational results through effective business planning, cost management, productivity improvement, forecasting, budgeting, and performance recovery initiatives.
Build a high-performance culture by coaching and developing leaders, promoting accountability, succession planning, employee engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and Magna’s core values.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, preferably in automotive manufacturing.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing managers and/or multiple operational functions.
- Proven experience leading high-volume manufacturing operations, program launches, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, MAFACT, supply chain, quality management, operational KPIs, and business planning.
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational development, communication, and strategic execution skills; SAP experience preferred.
Detailed information on our benefits package will be provided as part of the recruitment process
And now: It’s your turn!We are looking forward to receiving your online application! Please include a copy of your Resume.
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.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
- Master's degree
- 10+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, preferably in automotive manufacturing
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing managers and/or multiple operational functions
- Proven experience leading high-volume manufacturing operations, program launches, and cross-functional teams
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, MAFACT, supply chain, quality management, operational KPIs, and business planning
- SAP experience
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational development, communication, and strategic execution skills
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.
Magna International Insights
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
