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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
Referencing from CAD and / or 2D drawings, the Manufacturing Toolmaker will be responsible for all mechanical manufacturing aspects of jigs, fixtures, other fabrications for assembly cells. Duties will also include preparation/assembly and fitting of new and existing Casting tools.
The manufacturing toolmaker will also be responsible for supporting and delivering workstreams involving casting die disassembly, preparation, assembly and fitting elements of both new and existing casting tools.
The Manufacturing Toolmaker must ensure compliance with all relevant quality standards and legal regulations, while consistently achieving specifications for tolerances, project milestones and delivery expectations.
The role involves but is not limited to:-
- Completing scheduled mechanical build up of assembly fixtures referenced from CAD and or 2D drawings and BOMs (Bills Of Material).
- Taking ownership of tooling corrective repairs to ensure successful completion on time.
- Verifying engineering specifications and quality standards and adherence using CAD and or 2D drawings and verification from CMM data where applicable.
- Supporting the MAA business unit in all aspects of Jig, Fixture, other fabrications and Assembly cell build processes.
- Disassembly of casting dies, Preparation of frames including Assembly and fitting of new Casting inserts and steels.
- Supporting both press and die casting tooling spotting, with an ability to read blue spot facilitate changes to die surfaces.
- Improving tooling performance, reliability and quality.
- Ensuring adherence to the BOM for assembly fixture builds.
- Ensure Shift and job handovers are clear and concise in order to minimise disruption.
- Training colleagues as required in the fixture build and tooling processes.
- To adhere to all Health & Safety responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- Any other duties as reasonably requested.
Essential:
- City and Guilds toolmaker qualification and previous post apprenticeship.
- Experience in an Automotive tooling environment.
- Experience of assembling mechanical and pneumatic components.
- Experience of working with hydraulic or power presses in production or try out disciplines.
- Ability to suitably identify and prepare materials.
- Welding of steel fabrications (Tig, Mig or Arc).
- Non CNC Machining skills.
- Understanding of quality procedures and first off and last off verifications.
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and interrogate CAD data understanding precision measurement.
- CI understanding to support and develop business CI initiatives.
Desirable:
- Stamping tools, Casting tools, Injection moulding tools experience is desirable.
- Experience of working on hydraulic or power presses of at least 300 tons or more.
- Experience in mechanical integration of robotic assembly cells.
- Overhead crane experience (training will be given).
- Forklift truck experience (training will be given).
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.
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Skills Required
- City and Guilds toolmaker qualification and previous post-apprenticeship experience
- Experience in an automotive tooling environment
- Experience assembling mechanical and pneumatic components
- Experience working with hydraulic or power presses in production or tryout disciplines
- Ability to identify and prepare materials
- Steel fabrication welding using TIG, MIG, or arc welding
- Non-CNC machining skills
- Understanding of quality procedures and first-off and last-off verifications
- Understanding of GD&T
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, interrogate CAD data, and perform precision measurement
- Understanding of continuous improvement principles
- Experience with stamping, casting, or injection moulding tools
- Experience working with hydraulic or power presses of at least 300 tons
- Experience integrating robotic assembly cells mechanically
- Overhead crane experience
- Forklift truck experience
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.
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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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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.
